Soils of India

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This soil is mostly found in India. Options: Black soil, Laterite soil, Mountain soil, Alluvial soil

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Alluvial soil

Front

When plants, animals, and other organisms die, they break down and become part of the soil. What is this part of the soil called? Options: sand, silt, clay, humus

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humus

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Wind blowing dirt and sand through the air is an example of...

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erosion

Front

Red soil appears red due to the presence of ————

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Iron

Front

Which type of soil is most suitable to grow cotton soil? Options: Red soil, Alluvial soil, Black soil, Laterite soil

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Black soil

Front

Which soil requires lots of water for cultivation of crops?

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Desert soil

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Planting of trees and grass to cover and bind the soil with their roots to prevent erosion is called _________________.

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Afforestation

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Soil conservation

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protection

Front

Which soil conservation method involves changing a steep hill into smaller, flatter fields? Options: retaining walls, terracing, windbreak, groundcover/mulch

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terracing

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Small pieces of sand carried by the wind is called _________________.

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Erosion