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What is the dark amorphous organic matter rich in cellulose and lignin that is highly resistant to any microbial action and decomposes at a slower rate called?

What is the dark amorphous organic matter rich in cellulose and lignin that is highly resistant to any microbial action and decomposes at a slower rate called? Correct Answer Humus

The dark amorphous organic matter rich in cellulose and lignin that is highly resistant to any microbial action and decomposes at a slower rate is called humus. It is formed due to the decomposition of the organic remains such as dead plants remains dead animal remains and fecal matter.

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2. State Legislatures have exclusive power to make any law with respect to any matter enumerated in List-II.
3. The Parliament as well as State Legislatures have exclusive power to make any law with respect to any matter not enumerated in List II or List III.
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4. Parliament has power to legislate with respect to a matter in the State List in the national interest subject to the resolution passed by the Council of States by two-thirds majority
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