Tommy’s class is investigating soil conservation with his classmate. He believes that soil is just dirt and has no importance to humans on earth. Tommy’s teacher selects four students to respond to Tommy’s claim. Which statement best refutes (disagrees with) Tommy’s claim about soil? A.
Student A says soil is a vital for life on earth because it contains small mineral fragments and flowers.

B.
Student B says soil is a vital for life on earth because it contains small mineral fragments, inorganic material, water, and air that can support the growth of vegetation.

C.
Student D says soil is a vital for life on earth because it contains small mineral fragments, inorganic material and flowers.

D.
Student C says soil is a vital for life on earth because it contains small mineral fragments, organic material, water, and air that can support the growth of vegetation.