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Of the following statements about the major soil types, the incorrect one is ________

A. Alluvial soils are easy to plough

B. Red soils are rich in phosphorus, nitrogen and lime content

C. Laterite is typically a soil of tropical regions which receive heavy seasonal rainfall

D. Black soil is highly retentive of moisture and very productive

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Of the following statements about the major soil types, the incorrect one is Red soils are rich in phosphorus, nitrogen and lime content. Red soil is rich in iron oxide, but deficient in nitrogen and lime.

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  1. Sarbjeet Singh
    Sarbjeet Singh:
    5 years ago

    Red soils are rich in potash iron oxide, but deficient in nitrogen and lime.

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