DENDROLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Abiotic factors are the non-living factors in an environment. For example soil, temperature, water and light.

Detailed explanation-2: -Temperature, pH, light, water and soil are the major abiotic factors that affect living organisms and the functioning of ecosystems.

Detailed explanation-3: -Plants, animals and microbes being living are the biotic components whereas soil, being non-living, is abiotic.

Detailed explanation-4: -Effect of temperature, water, light, and soil on habitat selection. This article offers an overview of major abiotic factors that influence habitat, including temperature, water, light, and soil.