Which soil is generally rich in iron and poor in lime? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which soil is generally rich in iron and poor in lime?
A. Peaty Soil
B. Alluvial Soil
C. Black Soil
D. Red Soil
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Red soils contain abundant iron oxides but usually have low lime content.

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Question #1 Report Error
Which soil is poor in humus due to high temperature?
A. Desert soil
B. Black soil
C. Peaty soil
D. Alluvial soil

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Desert soil lacks humus due to extreme heat and low vegetation.

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Question #2 Report Error
Which soil is most common in plateau regions of India?
A. Desert soil
B. Black soil
C. Peaty soil
D. Alluvial soil

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Black soil is dominant in the Deccan Plateau region.

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Question #3 Report Error
Which Indian state is famous for red and yellow soils?
A. Haryana
B. Punjab
C. Odisha
D. Jammu & Kashmir

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Large parts of Odisha are covered by red and yellow soils derived from ancient crystalline rocks.

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