HUMUS NUTRITION THEORY

Humus, dark brown matter from the surface layer of the soil, is produced by the decomposition of plant and animal matter. Humus is rich in carbon and generally acidic due to its humic acid content. It increases the water storage potential of the soil and produces carbonic acid, which breaks down minerals.” This concept of the word humus is present in an entry by Brockhaus Enzyklopädie, a traditional German publication. Following this definition, we can say that humus is a fraction (part) of the soil, located in the most superficial layer, rich in organic matter and important for maintaining soil health, due to its multiple functions and properties. In this article we are going to classify some types of humus and their benefits for agriculture.

Authors
Publisher
Российский университет дружбы народов (РУДН)
Language
English
Pages
13-16
Status
Published
Year
2023
Organizations
  • 1 Peoples' Friendship University of Russia named after Patrice Lumumba
Keywords
humus; soil; organic matter; humic acid; agriculture; carbonic acid; decomposition of matter
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