What factors affect soil formation

Factors that affect soil formation are:- 

1. Parent Rock- Determines chemical properties, colour, mineral content, and permeability.

2. Biota (Flora, Fauna, and Microorganisms)- Affects the rate of humus formation.

3. Climate (Temperature, and Rainfall)- Influences the rate of weathering and the formation of humus.

4. Topography (Relief, Altitude, and slope)- Determines the accumulation of the soil.

5. Time- Determines the thickness of the soil profile.

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Updated on: 30-Mar-2023

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