five points on arid soil and forest soil
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(i) The soil ranges red to brown in colour.
(ii) The soils contain considerable amount of soluble salts.
(iii) The soils contain a low percentage of organic matter due to dry climate and absence of vegetation. (iv) The soil is alkaline in nature as there is no rainfall to wash soluble salts
Explanation:
Answer: (i) These soils are heterogeneous in nature, and their character changes with mountainous environment and altitude. (ii) The soils are very rich in humus, but are deficient in potash, phosphorus and lime. (iii) The soils are especially suitable for plantation of tea, coffee, spices and tropical fruits
Arid soil has low level of organic carbon, as biological activity is limited. b) Soluble salts accumulate in arid soil as leaching is minimum, due to lack of water. c) High level of calcium carbonate, gypsum, silica etc. d) They have sandy to gravelly texture.