1. THE SOIL

2. Soils are complex mixtures of minerals, water, air, organic matter.

3. The soil is the “skin of the earth”.

4. Soil is the most vital element required for food production.

5. Sandy: Large particles, less water retention, easily crumbles through the fingers. Clay: fine particles, Smooth when dry, Sticky when wet, Rich in nutrients. Loam: Retains water, Retains nutrients, Soft and crumbly.

6. Sandy clay loamy

7. We can use the soil to build a house, for planting, to sculpture

8. We have to recycle, clean and plant trees