Question

Soil formation is most influenced by _____.

A : wind speed
B : cloud cover
C : air pressure
D : rainfall

Answer 1

Answer: The correct answer is : A: wind speed

Explanation: The soils are mostly mineral. The original material can be rock in situ or sediments that are transported by the wind as is the case of the wind plains of central Europe. The soil consists of worn rocks, dust, ash from volcanoes and sediments that deposit water and wind.

Answer 2

I believe the correct answer from the choices listed above is option A. Soil formation is most influenced by wind speed. Climatic conditions are important factors affecting both the form and rate of physical and chemical weathering of the parent material.