Which soil is formed from volcanic lava? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which soil is formed from volcanic lava?

A. Desert soil

B. Black soil

C. Red soil

D. Alluvial soil

Answer: Option B

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Black soil is formed from the weathering of volcanic lava (basalt).

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Which soil is deficient in nitrogen and organic matter?

A. Peaty soil

B. Desert soil

C. Black soil

D. Alluvial soil

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Desert soil lacks nitrogen and organic matter due to sparse vegetation.

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Which state has the largest area under red and yellow soils?

A. Goa

B. Punjab

C. Odisha

D. Haryana

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Red and yellow soils occupy a major portion of Odisha.

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Which soil is most affected by leaching?

A. Alluvial soil

B. Desert soil

C. Black soil

D. Laterite soil

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Laterite soil is highly leached due to heavy rainfall.

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