Which soil horizon is known as the zone of accumulation? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil horizon is known as the zone of accumulation?

A. A Horizon

B. B Horizon

C. O Horizon

D. R Horizon

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The B Horizon accumulates minerals leached from the A Horizon and is called the zone of accumulation.

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