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Pedogenesis is the process of soil formation. It is a complex, multifaceted phenomenon driven by the interaction of five soil-forming factors: climate, parent material, time, topography, and organisms. Climate influences the rate of weathering and the type of vegetation that can grow, while parent material provides the basic mineral constituents of the soil. Time is crucial for the development of distinct soil horizons, and topography affects drainage and erosion. Organisms, including plants, animals, and microbes, contribute organic matter and influence soil structure and nutrient cycling.
The process of pedogenesis begins with weathering, the breakdown of rocks and minerals into smaller particles.