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Class 4 Social Science Soils of India Questions and Answers

Last updated on July 6th, 2023 at 08:53 pm

Rain, flowing water, etc. break down rocks on Earth to create small pebbles. These pebbles further break down to form soil.

 

Why is desert soil infertile?

Sand cannot hold much water. Therefore, it is not fertile.

 

Define Afforestation?

In afforestation, trees are planted in areas that previously had no forest or plantation. This is a method for creating a new forest.

 

How does black soil form? Where can we find it in India?

The black soil comes from lava that comes from volcanoes. This soil found mainly in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, as well as in parts of Gujarat, Karnataka, and Rajasthan.

 

What are the different types of soil found in India?

The different types of soil are: –

  1. Alluvial soil
  2. Black soil
  3. Red soil
  4. Laterite soil
  5. Desert soil

 

 

 

 

 

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