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Geography GK · Q52

Agriculture And Soil In Indian Geography

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 52

Q52

Of the following statements about the major soil types, the incorrect one is ________

A.
Alluvial soils are easy to plough
B.
Red soils are rich in phosphorus, nitrogen and lime content
Answer
C.
Laterite is typically a soil of tropical regions which receive heavy seasonal rainfall
D.
Black soil is highly retentive of moisture and very productive

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Of the following statements about the major soil types, the incorrect one is Red soils are rich in phosphorus, nitrogen and lime content. Red soil is rich in iron oxide, but deficient in nitrogen and lime.