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प्रश्न
What are the various uses of soil?
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उत्तर
The uses of soil are as follows:
- Plant conservation: It is concerned with assisting plants in their growth.
- Water conservation: Soil holds water. As a result, by means of bunds and lakes, we can get water for use throughout the year.
- Plasticity: Soil can be formed into any shape. Soil's plasticity allows for the creation of various shapes, hardening through baking, and storage of water. Soil is used to make various items such as earthen pots, lamps, statues, and bricks.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Tick the most suitable answer in question
In addition to the rock particles, the soil contains
Name the soil which is good for cultivation of sugarcane.
Name the soil which is acidic in nature.
Mention two similarities between red soil and laterite soil.
Answer the following questions in about 30 words.
What type of soil is found in the river deltas of the eastern coast? Give three main features of this type of soil.
Mention two ways by which Soil can get nitrogen.
Name the soil which is formed due to high temperature and heavy rainfall with alternating wet and dry periods.
Why is Laterite Soil unsuitable for cultivation? Name an area where this Soil is found.
Point out the region where coastal alluvium is found.
Maharashtra -Types and Overall Distribution of Soil
Observe the map given above and answer the following questions:
- Which soil occupies most of the area in Maharashtra?
- In which areas are laterite soils found?
- Which soil is found in the river valleys of Maharashtra?
- Which soil is found in parts of the Sahyadri ranges?
- In which region is alluvial soil found?
