What is the term used for organic material that has undergone partial decomposition?

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Published
29 Mar 2019
Last updated
28 May 2026

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Explanation

Humus is fully decomposed organic matter, farm yard manure is animal waste used as fertilizer, while compost refers to organic material that is only partially broken down. Therefore, the correct term for partially decomposed organic matter is compost.

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