Which of the following best describes the role of biological activity in soil development?
A)Broadleaf trees tend to increase the alkalinity of soil,whereas needleleaf trees increase the acidity.
B)Earthworms increase soil porosity and contribute to soil movement and organic content.
C)Plant roots provide channels for air and water movement in soils.
D)All organisms living in,on,and over the soil,influence soil development and characteristics: they can influence the pH,the organic matter,chemical content,and biological content of soils.

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The role of biological activity in soil development is complex and multifaceted. All organisms living in, on, and over the soil can influence soil development and characteristics, including pH, organic matter, chemical content, and biological content of soils. It is not limited to specific types of trees or single factors like soil porosity. Therefore, option D is the only choice that accurately describes the role of biological activity in soil development.

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