Geomorphic Processes

Multiple factors working together

Soil formation depends on five key factors: parent material, topography, climate, biological activity, and time, which interact and influence each other.

Physical, chemical, and biological

Weathering includes physical (mechanical) processes, chemical decomposition, and biological interactions that break down rocks.

Causing downslope movement of materials

Gravity is a fundamental force that drives the movement of earth materials down slopes, influencing mass movements and erosional processes.

Precipitation and temperature

Precipitation provides moisture for chemical and biological activities, while temperature affects the rate of these processes in soil development.