how is red soil formed? mention it's features
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Red soil is formed by weathering of old crystalline igneous and metamorphic rocks. It is rich in iron and hence appears red in colour. In India, it is found mainly in Deccan plateau.
It has got its name from its colour. It is porous and has a high percentage of iron oxide. In general, it is found to be shallow and its pH value ranges from 6.6 to 8.0. It is loose and aerated and is poor in terms of the quantity of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and organic matter.
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Red soil is formed by weathering of old crystalline igneous and metamorphic rocks. It is rich in iron and hence appears red in colour. In India, it is found mainly in Deccan plateau.
Red soil:
1.Seen mainly in low rainfall area.
2.Also known as Omnibus group.
3.Porous, friable structure.
4.Absence of lime, kankar (impure calcium carbonate).