Here's a breakdown:

* Rocks: Hard, solid materials found in nature, often composed of minerals.

* Weathering: The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces due to factors like wind, rain, ice, and temperature changes.

* Erosion: The process of moving weathered rock fragments from one place to another, often by wind, water, or ice.

* Soil Formation: Over very long periods, these weathered rock fragments mix with decaying plant and animal matter (organic matter) to create soil.

Therefore, the soil we see today is the result of rocks being broken down, transported, and mixed with other materials. It's a gradual process that takes thousands of years.