Question

Which of the following is a factor of soil formation?

• A. Climate
• B. Vegetation
• C. Rocks
• D. All of these

Hint:

Soil = Climate + Organisms + Relief + Parent rock + Time (CLORPT formula).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Factors of soil formation.
Soil formation is influenced by climate, vegetation, parent rock, topography, and time.
Step 2: Options analysis.
(A) Climate: Important factor.
(B) Vegetation: Contributes organic matter.
(C) Rocks: Provide mineral base.
(D) All of these: Correct — all listed are factors.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, all of the given options are factors of soil formation.