Question

State any two factors responsible for the formation of soil.

Answer 1

Two factors responsible for the formation of soil are:

1. Parent rock: Weathering of different types of rocks produces fine particles which form the inorganic base of the soil. The type of soil depends largely on the type of rock weathered.
2. Climate: It affects the rate and type of weathering, vegetation growth, and the rate of organic matter decomposition, all contributing to soil formation.