How complex organic matter is broken down and recycled back into atmospheric carbon dioxide or stable soil humus.
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Decomposition of cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin, and organic matter into humus.
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Organisms crucial for degrading complex organic polymers like chitin and cellulose, also responsible for the characteristic earthy odor of rich soil (geosmin).
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The Rhizosphere and Phyllosphere (microbial zones around roots and leaves). Extensive coverage of biological nitrogen fixation. 10-12
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