Question

Which of the following soils is good for growing cotton?
(a) Alluvial soil
(b) Black soil
(c) Red soil
(d) Laterite soil

Answer 1

Answer:

Black soil (b)

Explanation:

Answer 2

Option B, Black soil is good for growing cotton.

• Black soil is rich in magnesia, lime, iron, potash and alumina.
• Black soil is usually formed from lava of volcanic eruptions.
• Due to their moisture retention capability, Black soils are best suited for growing cotton crops.
• As they are ideal for growing cotton, Black soils are sometimes called as cotton soils.
• It has the necessary nutrients required for cotton and also has good fertility.
• Laterite soil is used to grow Cashews, Tea plants, rubber etc
• Red soil can be used for growing pulses and sugar canes.
• In Alluvial soils, jute, rice and wheat may be grown.