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Q · Soil of IndiaMedium · 45s
Which soil has calcium carbonate nodules called 'Kankar'?
TopicSoil of India
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Old alluvial soil often contains calcareous concretions known as 'Kankar'.
Final Answer: Option C — Alluvial Soil