Humification results in the formation of ............. substance.
Colloidal and Basic
Acidic and Dark colored
Amorphous and Light colored
Light coloured colloidal
A
Colloidal and Basic
B
Acidic and Dark colored
C
Light coloured colloidal
D
Amorphous and Light colored
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Humification is a process in which organic material decomposes and breaks down. It results in the formation of humus. Humus is a dark-coloured, amorphous and acidic substance.
It occurs in soils and peats. It improves the quality of soil by providing nutrient substances like nitrogen.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Acidic, Dark coloured.'
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