Explain and give examples of the ways in which soil is formed.?

Answer 1

One way in which soil is formed is from the weathering of rock. When water and wind break down rock, particles from the rock are turned into soil. Also, the decomposition of plant remains turn into soil because after the plant remains have been eroded, those parts or particles turn into soil. It's the same with animal remains, too.

Answer 2

Soil is formed through the weathering of rocks, organic matter decomposition, and the activity of living organisms. Rocks break down into smaller particles over time due to physical, chemical, and biological processes, creating the mineral component of soil. Examples include weathering of rocks by water, wind, and ice, decomposition of plant and animal matter, and the action of earthworms and other soil organisms.