Question

Which is an appropriate layering process for a compost pile? (1 point)

a layer of grass clippings, a layer of fruit scraps, some soil, and some water

a layer of paper napkins, a layer of grass clippings, some soil, and some water

a layer of dried leaves, a layer of cheese, some soil, and some water

a layer of pine needles, a layer of paper napkins, some soil, and some water

Answer 1

Answer: a layer of paper napkins, a layer of grass clippings, some soil, and some water.

Reason: good composting mixes browns (paper napkins) and greens (grass clippings), with soil and moisture to introduce microbes. Avoid meat/dairy (cheese) and using only greens or only browns (pine needles + napkins) which create imbalances.