Question

9. Black soils of the peninsular
plateau are formed
due to
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Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation: The black soil is formed by the weathering of lava (igneous rocks) and cooling of lava after a volcanic eruption. The soil in the Deccan Plateau consist of black basalt soil, which is rich in humus, iron and also contain high quality of magnesia, lime and alumina

Answer 2

Explanation:

One of the distinct features of the peninsular plateau is the black soil area known as Decean Trap. This is of volcanic origin; hence, the rocks are igneous. Actually, these rocks have denuded over time and are responsible for the formation of black soil.