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Which type of soil is primarily found in the Eastern Coastal Plains in the delta of Mahanadi, Krishna, and Godavari Rivers?
Which type of soil is primarily found in the Eastern Coastal Plains in the delta of Mahanadi, Krishna, and Godavari Rivers?
Which soil is rich in iron and valuable for agriculture?
Which soil is rich in iron and valuable for agriculture?
Which minerals are commonly found in Red and Yellow (Laterite) soil?
Which minerals are commonly found in Red and Yellow (Laterite) soil?
Which type of soil is suitable for cultivation and includes regions with areas of heavy rainfall, low temperature, high humus content, and requisite moisture?
Which type of soil is suitable for cultivation and includes regions with areas of heavy rainfall, low temperature, high humus content, and requisite moisture?
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What crops are commonly grown in Doombe (Glase) soil?
What crops are commonly grown in Doombe (Glase) soil?
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Which type of soil is made up of lava and clay material?
Which type of soil is made up of lava and clay material?
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Types of Soil and Their Characteristics
- Doombe (Glase) soil is found in Western Rajasthan and parts of Punjab, typically in lower parts of valleys and mountains.
- This type of soil contains Limonite and is suitable for growing Groundnut.
Alluvial Soil
- Alluvial soil is found in the Eastern Coastal Plains, specifically in the delta of Mahanadi, Krishna, and Godavari Rivers, and extends to Rajasthan and Gujarat.
- It is a source of Potash and is presumed to contain other minerals.
- Sugarcane and pulses are commonly grown in this type of soil.
Red and Yellow Soil (Laterite)
- Red and Yellow soil is mainly found in the Deccan Plateau, Malwa Plateau, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh.
- It contains Calcium Carbonates, Colloids, and Lime, and is suitable for growing Cotton and Maize.
Black Soil (Regur)
- Black soil is found in the eastern and southern parts of the Deccan Plateau, west of Chhattisgarh, and southern parts of the middle Ganges.
- It is presumed to contain Iron and is suitable for growing Jute, Rice, and Wheat.
Laterite Soil
- Laterite soil is found in Karnataka, Kerala, and parts of Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, and Assam.
- It contains Aluminum Oxide and is suitable for growing Tea, Coffee, Cashew nuts, rubber, and spices.
General Soil Properties
- Some soils have a sectile nature, making them suitable for tractor use.
- Soils rich in humus content are fertile and have high water retention, making them easily workable for cultivation.
- Iron-rich soils are valuable for agriculture.
- Soils classified as Khadar and Bhangar have distinct characteristics.
- Lava and clay material make up some soils.
- Some soils hold moisture well, making them suitable for cultivation.
- Reddish-colored soils contain Ferric oxide and aluminum oxide.
- Humid climates may require external moisture sources for optimal soil conditions.
- Areas with heavy rainfall, low temperature, and high humus content provide requisite moisture for cultivation.
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This quiz covers the classification of soils, minerals found, crops grown and properties of different soil types in India. It includes information on Doombe, Alluvial and Red soils.
