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The following describes some stages in the formation of soil.

 
P – Humus forms.

Q – The plants and animals die and decay.
R – The rock weathers.
S – Humus and weathered rock mix and form soil.
T – Animals such as insects and worms begin to appear.
U – The plants begin to grow.

Which of the following shows the stages in the formation of soil correctly?

    • R, T, U, Q, P, S
    • R, U, T, Q, P, S
    • U, T, Q, R, P, S
    • U, R, T, Q, P, S