Far from being "dirty," soil is one of our most important tools for fighting climate change. Unearthed: Five Things You Didn't Know About Dirt
: Some of our most vital life-saving medicines, including penicillin , were originally discovered in the organisms that live in the dirt. Dirt as a Global Hero Far from being "dirty," soil is one of
: Soil acts like a library of Earth's past. By studying its layers and colors, scientists can read stories of ancient climates, volcanic eruptions, and even the rise and fall of civilizations. Far from being "dirty
: Trees and plants actually communicate through a complex network of fungi called mycorrhizae . This hidden "internet" allows them to share nutrients, water, and even chemical warnings about pests. and even chemical warnings about pests.