Which of the following statements concerning humus is false?
A)is typically found above the B soil horizon
B)consists of decaying and partly decayed leaves and other plant materials
C)is readily leached from the B horizon in weakly acidic, soil solutions
D)is less abundant in wet, tropical, forested areas than in temperate, forested areas

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Humus is typically found in the A horizon, not above the B horizon. It consists of decaying and partly decayed leaves and other plant materials. It can be leached from the A horizon in weakly acidic soil solutions, but is not readily leached from the B horizon. In fact, the B horizon is often enriched with humus as it moves downward through the soil. The abundance of humus can vary depending on climate, but it is generally more abundant in wet, tropical, forested areas.

Which of the Following Statements Concerning Humus Is False