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humus [ˈhjuːməs] N

1. humus:

humus

腐殖质 fǔzhízhì

2. humus:

humus

腐殖质土壤 fǔzhízhì tǔrǎng

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If a deep hole is dug, the ground is found to be dark humus to a great depth. en.wikipedia.org

Reeds and horsetails produced the first humus and initiated the formation of peat. en.wikipedia.org

Clay and humus have electrostatic surface charges that attract and hold ions. en.wikipedia.org

They require a frost-free climate, humus-rich soil, and plenty of water. en.wikipedia.org

The plant prefers part shade and humus rich soil. en.wikipedia.org

They are grown in shade, with moist, well-drained, humus-rich soils. en.wikipedia.org

After the death of plants and animals, microbes begin to feed on the residues, resulting finally in the formation of humus. en.wikipedia.org

The portion of the litter that is not readily decomposable is known as humus. en.wikipedia.org

Humus formation is a process dependent on the amount of plant material added each year and the type of base soil. en.wikipedia.org

It is an excellent source of humus, although much of its nitrogen content will have been used up by the composting and growing mushrooms. en.wikipedia.org

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