How did soil appear on earth? Options: A . &nbspHumans dug it out from beneath the earth's surface B . &nbspConstant weathering and erosion of rocks C . &nbspAsteroid collisions with earth D . &nbspFrom the dead remains of plants and animals

How did soil appear on earth?

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How did soil appear on earth?

Options:

A . Humans dug it out from beneath the earth's surface

B . Constant weathering and erosion of rocks

C . Asteroid collisions with earth

D . From the dead remains of plants and animals

Answer: Option B
:
B
Soil on earth comes from rocks. The dynamic natural elements likewind, flowing rivers,change in seasons, etc areresponsible for the erosion of rocks and the formation of soil.

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