Question

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Write, in brief, the role of (1) Plants and animals (ii) Solvent action of water in the
weathering of the soil.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Solvent action of water helps in the weathering of rocks. It dissolves soluble minerals of rocks. Solution helps in the removal of weathered materials but total loss is negligible Solvent action is increased in presence of CO2 and organic acids formed by decomposing dead organic remains of plants and animals

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

(1)Plants provide our food, materials for shelter, fuel to warm us and replenish the air we breathe. Plants provide food for animals and habitat for wildlife. Animals both large and small are a critical component to our environment. Domesticated animals, such as livestock, provide us food, fiber and leather.

(2)Solvent action of water helps in the weathering of rocks. It dissolves soluble minerals of rocks. Solution helps in the removal of weathered materials but total loss is negligible Solvent action is increased in presence of CO2 and organic acids formed by decomposing dead organic remains of plants and animals.