Multiple choice

Consider the following statements :

  1. The granite and gneisses give rise to red soil through weathering.

  2. The laterite soil contains the hydrated oxides of iron and aluminium.

  3. Both the red and laterite soils are poor in nitrogen, but rich in potash and phosphorus.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 and 2 only

  2. 2 only

  3. 1 and 3 only

  4. 1,2 and 3

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Red soils are derived from crystalline rocks like granite and gneiss. Laterite soils are indeed rich in hydrated oxides of iron and aluminium. Both soil types are typically deficient in nitrogen, phosphorus, and humus, making statement 3 incorrect.

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