How do you distinguish between humification and mineralisation? 

Explanation

To distinguish between humification and mineralization, we can follow these steps:

### Step 1: Define Humification
Humification is the process by which organic matter, particularly detritus (decomposed plant and animal material), is broken down and transformed into humus. Humus is a dark-colored, organic substance that enriches the soil and improves its structure.

### Step 2: Define Mineralization
Mineralization, on the other hand, refers to the process in which organic substances are decomposed into inorganic substances. This process results in the release of minerals and nutrients back into the soil, making them available for plant uptake.

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