Q246
Black cotton soil is rich in
A.
Montmorillonite
AnswerB.
Kaolinite
C.
Illite
D.
Chlorite
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Black soil is also known as Black cotton soil as cotton is grown extensively in black soils. Black soil is black in color because of the presence of the mineral Montmorinolite in the predominant amount. It is also rich in magnesium, lime, iron and organic matter.