The map shows that different regions of the world have different soil types.

Which of the following is most likely true?
A.
The soil type of a region depends only on the distance of that region from the ocean.
B.
The geologic processes that result in soil occur at the same time and at the same rate in every region of the world.
C.
The soil type of a region depends on the type of geologic processes that occur there and the rate at which they occur.
D.
All types of vegetation are able to grow equally well in all soil types around the world.

1 answer

The most likely true statement is:

C. The soil type of a region depends on the type of geologic processes that occur there and the rate at which they occur.

This is because soil formation is influenced by various factors, including the underlying geology, climate, topography, vegetation, and time, making it dependent on the specific geologic processes and their rates in that region.