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[Row number] 214 [Grade] 3 [SOL] 3.7a [SOL Text] The student will investigate and understand the major components of soil, its origin, and importance to plants and animals including humans. Key concepts includea) soil provides the support and nutrients necessary for plant growth; [Essential Knowledge] Soil is important because many plants grow in soil, and it provides support and nutrients for the plants. Over many years, weather, water, and living things help break down rocks and create soil (weathering). Nutrients are materials that plants and animals need to live and grow. [Key Words] Earth Soil [Marking Period] MP3 [Subject] 
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