Parental material, is the material from which the soil originated. This can range from bedrock, sand, till, or any combination of these materials depending on the region. Over time, erosion and weathering causes larger rocks to brake down into smaller particles and eventually soil. | Parental material, is the material from which the soil originated. This can range from bedrock, sand, till, or any combination of these materials depending on the region. Over time, erosion and weathering causes larger rocks to brake down into smaller particles and eventually soil. |