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Soil is the

A. Edaphic factor

B. Non-edaphic factor

C. Both of these

D. None of these

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Soil is the Edaphic factor.
The edaphic factor includes the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil that result from biologic and geologic phenomena or anthropogenic activities.
Soil is the loose surface material that covers most land. It consists of inorganic particles and organic matter. Soil provides the structural support to plants used in agriculture and is also their source of water and nutrients. Soils vary greatly in their chemical and physical properties.

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