Question

Which of the following statement is not true regarding soil?

• A. Contains minerals and decomposed organic matter
• B. Air is a constituent of soil
• C. Formed by weathering
• D. Does not support life of any plant or animals

Answer 1

The correct option is D Does not support life of any plant or animals

Soil is formed by the breaking down of bigger rock particles into finer ones due to factors like temperature, weather, etc. This is called weathering.

Soil is made up of substances like air, water, minerals and decomposed organic matter, along with air and water.

It also accodmodates and supports the growth of many organisms including plants and acts as home for small animals like rodents, certain small insects, earthworms, etc. which in turn feed and support plant life.