Q.Soil formation can be initiated by biological organisms. Explain how?
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Start your 14-day free trial to unlock the full solution →Step 1. Soil originates from rock and develops gradually at rates depending on local ecological and climatic conditions.
Step 2. The chapter states soil formation is initiated by the weathering process, and specifically by biological weathering — which takes place 'when organisms like bacteria, fungi, lichens and plants help in the breakdown of rocks through the production of acids and certain chemical substances.'
Step 3. These organisms colonise bare rock surfaces and secrete organic acids and other chemical compounds that gradually dissolve or loosen the mineral structure of the rock, breaking it down into finer particles. …
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