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Soils for plant growth
Students should be able to explain the role of soils in supporting plant growth, including aspects such as mineral ions (specifically nitrogen as nitrate ions, phosphorus as phosphate ions, and potassium as potassium ions), organic matter, pH levels, air content, water content, drainage, and the ease of cultivation. Additionally, they should be able to differentiate between sandy and clay soils.
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CambridgeIGCSEEnvironmental ManagementAgriculture and the environment
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- Students should be able to explain the role of soils in supporting plant growth, including aspects such as mineral ions (specifically nitrogen as nitrate ions, phosphorus as phosphate ions, and potassium as potassium ions), organic matter, pH levels, air content, water content, drainage, and the ease of cultivation. Additionally, they should be able to differentiate between sandy and clay soils.
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