Complete break down of complex organic matter in soil into minerals is?

Pedogenesis

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Humification

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Mineralization

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Stratification

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Solution

The correct option is A Pedogenesis
Pedogenesis can be defined as the process of the formation of soil. It takes place by the breaking down of the organic material and various minerals to form the soil.
Humification is the process of the formation of humus.
Mineralization is the decomposition of the contents of the organic material. It is the oxidation.
Stratification is the process of formation of starts of the soil.

So, the correct option is Pedogenesis'

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