Among the following, soil of which stage is most mature?
A. Senile
B. Initial
C. Virile
D. Juvenile
Answer: Option A
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Mohr and van Baren have recognized the five stages of soil development that are Initial Stage, Juvenile stage, Virile, Senile and final.The senile stage of soil is most matured as in this stage, Decomposition arrives at a final stage and only the most resistant minerals have survived.
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