Soil is not the same through each layer or horizon. In science class, Ms. Green's students drew soil pictures like this one. Marge said: "Put the worms in the top layer!" Was Marge correct to put the worms in the top layer?

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A No. Worms live live in every layer of the soil.No. Worms live live in every layer of the soil.
B Yes, worms are decomposers. They feed off of the humus.Yes, worms are decomposers. They feed off of the humus.
C Almost. Worms live in the grass above the soil horizon.Almost. Worms live in the grass above the soil horizon.
D No. Worms like it very dark. They are in the very bottom of the soil horizon, layer C.No. Worms like it very dark. They are in the very bottom of the soil horizon, layer C.

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B Yes, worms are decomposers. They feed off of the humus.

Worms primarily inhabit the top layer of soil, also known as the topsoil or O horizon, where organic matter is present, making it a suitable environment for them. They help decompose organic materials, enriching the soil.