Which soil is generally rich in iron and poor in lime? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is generally rich in iron and poor in lime?

A. Red Soil

B. Alluvial Soil

C. Peaty Soil

D. Black Soil

Answer: Option A

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Red soils contain abundant iron oxides but usually have low lime content.

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Question #1

Which soil type develops under low rainfall and sparse vegetation conditions?

A. Desert Soil

B. Laterite Soil

C. Mountain Soil

D. Peaty Soil

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Desert soil develops in arid climates with low rainfall and sparse vegetation.

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Question #2

Which soil is formed from river deposits in narrow valleys between hills?

A. Laterite Soil

B. Valley Alluvium

C. Black Soil

D. Residual Soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Valley alluvium develops where rivers deposit sediments within narrow valleys.

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Question #3

Which soil is generally most suitable for banana cultivation in river valleys?

A. Saline Soil

B. Desert Soil

C. Alluvial Soil

D. Mountain Soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Bananas grow well in fertile, moisture-retentive alluvial soils.

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