Question

Mention any four characteristics of forest soils

Answer 1

The four characteristic of forest soil are -
The recurring features of rainforest are basically following- high animal and vegetal biodiversity.
The trees of forest do not shed their leaves.

Answer 2

Answer:

Mountain soil or forest soil are formed due to the mechanical weathering caused by snow, rain, temperature variation, etc.

These soils are heterogeneous and their character changes with mountainous environment and altitude.

Rich in humus.

Deficient in potash, phosphorus and lime.

Suitable for plantation of tea, coffee, spices and tropical fruits.

The soil is loamy and silty in valley sides, coarse grained in the upper slopes.

Acidic with low humus content in the snow covered areas.

Fertile in the lower parts of the valleys.