Question

Which of the following factors does not lead to soil formation in nature?

• A. The sun
• B. Water
• C. Wind
• D. Polythene bags

Answer 1

The correct option is D Polythene bags

Weathering is the name given to the process by which rocks are broken down to form soils. There are three main types of weathering, physical, chemical and biological.Polythene bags does not lead to soil formation in nature.

When they are thrown on land it makes soil less fertile. They slowly release toxic chemicals that certain animals use as a resource. These are a non-biodegradable waste. So, the correct answer is option D.