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UPSC CSE Prelims Soil Types — Comparative Discrimination Flashcards

Master 10 soil types — comparative discrimination concepts for the UPSC CSE Prelims.

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Question

Consider the following statements regarding Alluvial Soil in India:

  1. It is the most widespread soil in India.
  2. It is generally rich in potash and phosphoric acid but poor in nitrogen.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?


Question

Identify the origin and chemical composition of Black Soil (Regur).


Black soil (Regur) originates from the weathering of . Chemically, it is rich in iron, lime, and , but characteristically poor in nitrogen and .

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