Question

Why do the step slopes of Mountain have poor soil quality

Answer 1

Steep slopes such as occur on the sides of hills and mountains generally have shallow soils because soil that does develop is regularly washed down the hillsides into the valleys below.  The vegetation on a soil is particularly important in supplying the soil with precious organic matter.

Answer 2

Answer: Rainwater is not allow to flow freely onthe hill slopes.this prevents surface ran off and soil erosion