Which soil has high porosity but low water retention? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil has high porosity but low water retention?

A. Black soil

B. Clay soil

C. Peaty soil

D. Sandy desert soil

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Sandy desert soil has large particles and high porosity, leading to low water retention.

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Which soil is best suited for millet cultivation in arid regions?

A. Mountain Soil

B. Laterite Soil

C. Peaty Soil

D. Desert Soil

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Millets like bajra can grow in sandy desert soils with limited rainfall.

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Which type of weathering contributes most to soil formation in tropical regions?

A. Glacial Weathering

B. Mechanical Weathering

C. Marine Weathering

D. Chemical Weathering

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
High temperatures and rainfall accelerate chemical weathering in tropical climates.

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Which soil is most common in river valleys of North India?

A. Red soil

B. Black soil

C. Alluvial soil

D. Laterite soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Alluvial soil dominates river valleys like the Ganga, Yamuna, and Brahmaputra plains.

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