Question

18. In a coniferous forest, the soil is
(1) rich in mineral nutrients
(2) acidic and mineral deficient
(3) basic and mineral deficient
(4) moderately basic and rich in mineral nutrients​

Answer 1

Answer:

The light-coloured, usually acidic soils of coniferous forests are called podzols (podsols) and have a compacted humus layer, known as mor, which contains many fungi. These soils are low in mineral content, organic material, and number of invertebrates such as earthworms.

Answer 2

Answer:

no 2/ acidic and mineral deficient