Question

Q6. Explain how soil is formed.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Soil minerals form the basis of soil. They are produced from rocks (parent material) through the processes of weathering and natural erosion. Water, wind, temperature change, gravity, chemical interaction, living organisms and pressure differences all help break down parent material.

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Answer 2

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Soil is a layer which covers the earth surface . It is formed by weathering of rocks. Weathering is nothing but the process in which rocks are broke down into small particles due to air , wind , water , temperature and others.These small broke down particles of rocks mix with the organic matter and forms soil. Formation of soil takes a long period of time.

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Some types of soil :

1. Sandy soil : Sandy soil is one type of soil which has poor water and nutrient holding capacity. It is less fertile compared to others.

2. Loamy soil : It is comppsed of clay , silt and sand . It holds plenty of moisture.Loamy soils can be moulded and are not sticky.