WAEC Agricultural Science 1999 Question 11

Question 11

Rocks and Soil Formation

The horizon of a soil profile which encourages the greatest level of microbial activity is

  1. A.A-horizon
  2. B.B-horizon
  3. C.C-horizon
  4. D.D-horizon.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (A-horizon)

Explanation

The topsoil has the most organic matter and air.