Development of soil from parent rock is termed as:

Correct answer: D. Pedogenesis

  • A. Edaphic factor
  • B. Edaphic climax
  • C. Edaphotropism
  • D. Pedogenesis

Explanation

Pedogenesis is the formation and development of soil from parent material through weathering, organic-matter accumulation, and profile development. Edaphic factor refers to a soil condition, not the process of soil formation.

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