Question

In which way does the composition of soil, an abiotic factor, rely on living things?

Answer 1

Answer:

Soil Layers. Soil is composed of both biotic—living and once-living things, like plants and insects—and abiotic materials—nonliving factors, like minerals, water, and air. Soil contains air, water, and minerals as well as plant and animal matter, both living and dead. These soil components fall into two categories.