Percentage of Organic Matter in Soil (Leaving Cert Agricultural Science): Flashcards

Humus

Burns away/decomposes

Removes moisture that affects weight measurements

Ensures all organic matter removed

Organic matter being burned

$\frac{\text{Weight loss}}{\text{Original wt}} \times 100\%$

$\frac{\text{Final wt}}{\text{Original wt}} \times 100\%$

100%

2-10%

More fertile, productive soil