Which of the following is/are not the characteristics of red soils?
I. They are derived from weathering of old crystalline and metamorphic rocks
II. They contain iron oxides
III. They have high water retention capacity
IV. They have high nitrogen content
A. II and III
B. Only III
C. Only IV
D. III and IV
Answer: Option D
Solution(By Examveda Team)
The following that are not the characteristics of red soils are they have high water retention capacity and they have high nitrogen content.Related Questions on Agriculture and Soil in Indian Geography
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