Soil

This soil is silt loam soil. Because it is loam, it holds water fairly well, however silt loam tends to have pH imbalances and mineral imbalances. Plants, bees, butterflies and a chicken were all located near this soil type. The plants will draw out any nutrients in the soil. Bees and butterflies will pollinate the plants, however won't have much affect on soil type. The chicken would have picked out beneficial decomposing insects from the soil, causing less chance of nutrient-rich soil. The chicken's droppings may serve as a fertilizer and in fact help the soil. This soil is loose and thus easily eroded. There were barriers put up to block any major erosion. Soil texture is important due to its role in the ecosystem. It has a huge impact on plant growth and the nutrients provided. It is instrumental in any runoff, causing nutrients (or pollutants) to flow into nearby waterways. Good soil can help an ecosystem maintain.

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