Question

Read the source given below and answer the questions that follows:

This soil is the result of intense leaching due to heavy rain. These soils are mostly

deep to very deep, acidic (pH<6.0), generally deficient in plant nutrients and occur

mostly in southern states, Western Ghats region of Maharashtra, Odisha, some

parts of West Bengal and North-east regions. Where these soils support deciduous

and evergreen forests, it is humus rich, but under sparse vegetation and in a

semi- arid environment, it is generally humus poor.

Answer the following MCQs by choosing the most appropriate option:

(15.1) Identify the soil based on the hints given in the source, [ ]

(a) Black soil (b) Laterite Soil (c) Alluvial soil (d) Yellow Soil

(15.2) Why is the given soil poor in humus in a semi-arid environment? [ ]

(a) Does not receive enough rain

(b) Does not receive enough manure

(c) There is not enough vegetation, hence not enough dead remains for

decomposition

(d) There is not enough gravel and clay in the soil.

(15.3) Fill in the blank choosing the appropriate option: [ ]

Neutral - Ph Level = 7.0; Basic- pH Level<7.0; Acidic-_______________

(a) 7.0 (b) Below 0.0 (c) Above 10.0 (d) Above 7.0

(15.4) Which of the following crops can be grown in this soil? [ ]

(a) Coffee (b) Cotton (c) Apple (d) Mango​

Answer 1

(15.4) Which of the following crops can be grown in this soil? [ ]

(a) Coffee (b) Cotton (c) Apple (d) Mango

Answer 2

Answer:

15.4 coffee is correct answer