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Which of the following is true about laterite soil?
Which of the following is true about laterite soil?
- It is rich in plant nutrients
- It is mostly found in northern states of India
- It is suitable for growing wheat
- It is prone to erosion and degradation (correct)
Which of the following is a characteristic of arid soils?
Which of the following is a characteristic of arid soils?
- They are generally loamy in texture
- They are suitable for growing rice
- They are found in areas with high rainfall
- They lack humus and moisture (correct)
What is a characteristic of forest soils found in the snow-covered areas of Himalayas?
What is a characteristic of forest soils found in the snow-covered areas of Himalayas?
- They are coarse grained in the upper slopes
- They are loamy and silty in texture
- They are found in the lower parts of the valleys
- They are acidic with low humus content (correct)