Question

Abiotic environment does not include

• A. Air
• B. Soil
• C. Plants
• D. Water

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Plants

The correct option is C.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Biotic components of the environment are all living entities.
2. Plants, animals and all microorganisms comprise biotic components.
3. They interact with the abiotic i.e. non-living things to form an ecosystem.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

Air is an abiotic component of the environment.

Option B:

Soil is an abiotic component of the environment.

Option D:

Water is an abiotic component of the environment.

Final answer: Abiotic environment does not include plants.