Which of the following would have the greatest influence on soil formation?

cloud cover
rainfall
wind speed
air pressure

1 answer

Rainfall would have the greatest influence on soil formation among the options provided.

Rainfall affects the type of vegetation that can grow in an area, contributes to the weathering of rocks, and helps with the leaching of minerals, all of which are crucial processes in soil development. While cloud cover, wind speed, and air pressure can influence weather and climate, they have less direct impact on the soil formation process compared to rainfall.