Which of the following are true in respect of alluvial soil ?
I. Generally confined to river basins
II. It has been deposited by rivers
III. It is rich in phosphorus and poor in potash
IV. It is the most fertile soil
A. I and II
B. III and IV
C. I, II and IV
D. I, II and III
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
The following that are true in respect of alluvial soil are that it is generally confined to river basins, it has been deposited by rivers and it is the most fertile soil.Related Questions on Agriculture and Soil in Indian Geography
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