“Green” material has high amounts of (1 point)

Responses

nitrogen.
nitrogen.

magnesium.
magnesium.

carbon.
carbon.

phosphorus

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“Green” material has high amounts of?

nitrogen

magnesium

carbon

phosphorus

Nitrogen

Why?

Green materials such as fresh plant material, grass clippings, and kitchen scraps are high in nitrogen because nitrogen is a key component in proteins that make up the cells of plants. As these materials break down, the nitrogen is released and becomes available for plants to use as a nutrient. This makes green materials valuable for composting and soil enrichment, as they help improve the nitrogen content of the soil.