Question

32.
soils are derived from granite and geniuses
(A) Red
(B) Black
(C) Alluvial
(D) Skeletal​

Answer 1

Explanation:

32.

soils are derived from granite and geniuses

(A) Red

(B) Black

(C) Alluvial

(D) Skeletal

ans black

Answer 2

Correct Question:

Soils that are derived from granite and other igneous rocks are called:

a) Red soil

b) Black soil

c) Alluvial soil

d) Skeletal soil

Answer:

Option B: Black soil

Explanation:

Black soil is made up of granite and other igneous material. It has a slight clayey nature and is extremely good in holding water. It is a well aerated soli type. It is found in the states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka along with parts of the Deccan and Malwa Plateau. Cereals such as jowar and millet, cotton, sugarcane etc. are some of the crops grown in such soils.

Exploring the Other Options:

Option A: Red soil

Red soil has high protein content and is found in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.

Option C: Alluvial Soil

Alluvial Soil is made up of silt and clay that is carried and deposited by rivers on their shores.

Option D: Skeletal Soil

Skeletal soil is made up of granules of fossils and skeletons of dead animals and plants.

Here we can see that none fills the characteristic of being derived from volcanic rocks. Hence the required answer is Option A.