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Q · Soil of IndiaMedium · 45s
Consider the following statements regarding Laterite Soils: They are formed in regions of heavy rainfall and high temperature. They are rich in humus content.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
TopicSoil of India
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Laterite soils are poor in humus due to leaching and high rainfall but rich in iron and aluminium.
Final Answer: Option A — 1 only