The science that deals with soil genesis and classification is called as:

Correct option is B

Correct option: (b) Pedology
Why option (b) is correct:
· Pedology is the branch of soil science that deals with:
· Soil genesis (origin and formation of soils)
· Soil morphology
· Soil classification
· Soil survey and mapping
· It studies soil as a natural body formed under the influence of:
· Climate
· Organisms
· Relief
· Parent material
· Time
❌ Why other options are incorrect
· (a) Petrology
· Study of rocks, not soils.
· (c) Pedagology
· Concerned with education and teaching methods, not soil science.
· (d) Petrography
· Descriptive study of rocks and minerals, not soil formation.
�� Key Points to Remember
· Pedology → soil origin, formation, classification
· Edaphology (contrast):
· Deals with soil in relation to plant growth