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Soils for plant growth answer explanations

Review worked answers and explanations for Soils for plant growth. Aligned to Cambridge IGCSE Environmental Management.

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Paper 1 structured question: Soils for plant growth

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Soil Factors Supporting Plant Growth

Soils contain mineral ions such as nitrate, phosphate, and potassium ions. They also have organic matter, varying pH levels, air and water content, and differ in drainage and ease of cultivation.

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Explain Explain how mineral ions in soil support plant growth.
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