Which soil is older alluvium? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is older alluvium?

A. Black soil

B. Red soil

C. Bhangar

D. Khadar

Answer: Option C

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Bhangar is older alluvium and contains kankar nodules.

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Which soil is formed in areas of low rainfall and high temperature?

A. Black soil

B. Alluvial soil

C. Laterite soil

D. Desert soil

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Desert soil forms under arid conditions with low rainfall.

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Which soil is generally found in regions with annual rainfall below 50 cm?

A. Laterite Soil

B. Peaty Soil

C. Forest Soil

D. Desert Soil

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Desert soils develop in arid regions receiving very low rainfall.

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Which type of soil is generally found in regions receiving rainfall greater than 200 cm annually?

A. Desert Soil

B. Laterite Soil

C. Saline Soil

D. Black Soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Heavy rainfall causes intense leaching, resulting in the formation of laterite soils.

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