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Question
Soil formation is an important benefit of weathering. How is it important for mankind?
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Solution
Soil formation is important for mankind as:
- A habitat for several plants and animals
- A storage bank for water and nutrients
- Foundation of the world’s food chain
- Provides an anchor for plants
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