Which soil is commonly found in marshy areas? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which soil is commonly found in marshy areas?

A. Black Soil

B. Peaty Soil

C. Red Soil

D. Alluvial Soil

Answer: Option B

Marshy regions with waterlogging favor the formation of peaty soils.

This question belongs to: Geography GK Soils of India

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Question #1 Report Error

Which process removes fine soil particles from the surface during heavy rainfall?

A. Calcification

B. Sheet Erosion

C. Humification

D. Salinization

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Sheet erosion removes a thin uniform layer of topsoil during rainfall.

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Question #2 Report Error

Which soil type develops under low rainfall and sparse vegetation conditions?

A. Mountain Soil

B. Peaty Soil

C. Desert Soil

D. Laterite Soil

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Desert soil develops in arid climates with low rainfall and sparse vegetation.

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Question #3 Report Error

Which Indian region is famous for alluvial soils deposited by the Brahmaputra River?

A. Malwa Plateau

B. Konkan Coast

C. Deccan Trap

D. Assam Valley

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Assam Valley consists of fertile alluvial deposits from the Brahmaputra River.

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