They drop bodily wastes on it, they die and decompose on it, small burrowing animals mix it and aerate it, and humans intentionally mix it and add substances to it.
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Plants help make litter and animals break up hard compacted soil.They affect the soil because animals and plants roots break up the soil, opening spaces for air and water.