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These soils are poor in organic matter, nitrogen, phosphate and calcium, while iron oxide and potash are in excess. Which soils are these?

A

Alluvial soil

B

Black soil

C

Laterite soil

D

Peaty Soil

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The correct Answer is:
C
Laterite Soil
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