Which soil has the highest proportion of organic matter? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil has the highest proportion of organic matter?

A. Black Soil

B. Desert Soil

C. Red Soil

D. Peaty Soil

Answer: Option D

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Peaty soils are rich in partially decomposed organic matter and humus.

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Which soil type is ideal for coconut cultivation along coastal India?

A. Mountain Soil

B. Coastal Alluvial Soil

C. Desert Soil

D. Black Soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Coconut thrives in sandy coastal alluvial soils with good drainage.

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Which soil is best suited for millet cultivation in arid regions?

A. Laterite Soil

B. Mountain Soil

C. Desert Soil

D. Peaty Soil

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Millets like bajra can grow in sandy desert soils with limited rainfall.

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Which soil is generally coarse-textured and porous?

A. Peaty Soil

B. Alluvial Clay Soil

C. Black Soil

D. Desert Soil

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Desert soils are sandy, coarse-textured, porous, and have low water retention capacity.

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