Yellow color in red and yellow soil is due to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Yellow color in red and yellow soil is due to:

A. Mica

B. Lime

C. Hydrated Iron Oxides

D. Humus

Answer: Option C

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Hydrated iron oxides impart a yellow color to these soils under moist conditions.

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Which soil is least fertile?

A. Desert soil

B. Black soil

C. Peaty soil

D. Alluvial soil

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Desert soil is least fertile due to lack of nutrients and moisture.

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The fertility of soil is primarily determined by:

A. Color Only

B. Population Density

C. Altitude Only

D. Nutrient Availability

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Soil fertility depends mainly on the availability of essential nutrients for plant growth.

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Which soil-forming process involves breaking of rocks into smaller particles?

A. Deposition

B. Weathering

C. Leaching

D. Erosion

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Weathering is the physical and chemical breakdown of rocks into soil particles.

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