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The 12 pages that link to Humus, each with the reason it gives.

• Organic farmingRelated: Early organic advocates emphasized humus as a foundation for soil fertility.

• Leaf litterRelated: Some decomposed litter contributes to persistent organic matter in soil.

• Soil formationRelated: Decomposed organic matter enriches surface soil and changes its structure and water retention.

• Cation-Exchange CapacityRelated: Humus commonly carries many pH-dependent exchange sites.

• Green manureRelated: Historical explanations of green manure often centered on its conversion into soil humus.

• ChernozemRelated: Humus gives chernozem its dark color and contributes to its nutrient supply.

• TopsoilRelated: Humus gives topsoil much of its dark color and helps it hold nutrients.

• VermicompostRelated: Its formation helps distinguish mature, stabilized compost from fresh waste.