Regarding Soil-Formation,which of the Following Best Describes the Role of Climate

question 29

Multiple Choice

Regarding soil-formation,which of the following best describes the role of climate?

• A)Because all soils are ancient,they show the climatic conditions of the period in which they formed.
• B)Of the five principle soil-forming factors,climate is the least significant with little correlation between soil and climates worldwide.
• C)Temperature and moisture determine the chemical reactions,organic activity,and water movement within soils.
• D)Relative humidity and atmospheric pressure are the dormant climatic factors that influence soil development.

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Definitions:

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