Question

which statement describes abiotic factors in an environment?
○ chickens run around a farm.
○ soil retains water and nutrients.
○ bacteria use energy to reproduce.
○ plants compete for sunlight in an ecosystem.

Explanation:

Abiotic factors are non-living components of an ecosystem. Chickens, bacteria, and plants are all living (biotic) organisms. Soil is a non-living component that fits the definition of an abiotic factor.

Answer:

B. Soil retains water and nutrients.