Which term refers to the part of the human environment that includes purely physical factors such as soil, climate, and water supply?

• A. Physical Characteristics
• B. Political Institutions
• C. Physical Environment
• D. Preamble

Answer: (C)

This question tests understanding of natural elements that make up the environment. The part of the human environment described by purely physical factors like soil, climate, and water supply is the physical environment. These elements are natural, observable conditions that shape ecosystems, agriculture, and daily life by providing resources and setting conditions for living things. The other terms describe things unrelated to natural surroundings: political institutions are about governance and government, a Preamble is the opening section of a document, and Physical Characteristics usually refers to observable attributes of people or objects rather than the environment as a whole.