Edaphic factor refers to

Options

A. Water
B. soil
C. relative humidity
D. altitude

Answer

B

Explanation

Edaphic factors are classified under the abiotic factors affecting an ecosystem. Edaphic factors include factors of soil, e.g., soil texture, substratum, topography, mineral composition, pH, etc. These factors can influence the distribution and interrelationships of organisms, as well as rate of decomposition.