Geography Practice Quiz 5

Q1.Red soil primarily develops on which type of rocks in areas of low rainfall?

A. Sedimentary rocks B. Crystalline igneous rocks C. Metamorphic rocks D. Volcanic rocks

Q2.In which of the following regions are Red and Yellow soils primarily found?

A. Western parts of the Deccan plateau and Himalayan regions B. Eastern and southern parts of the Deccan plateau, and parts of Odisha C. Northern plains and coastal areas of Gujarat D. Thar desert and Rann of Kutch

Q3.When do Red and Yellow soils appear yellow?

A. When they are rich in humus B. When they occur in a hydrated form C. When they are exposed to direct sunlight D. When they are deficient in plant nutrients

Q4.The word 'laterite' is derived from which language and what does it mean?

A. Greek, meaning 'earth' B. Latin, meaning 'brick' C. Sanskrit, meaning 'red soil' D. French, meaning 'clay'

Q5.Under what climatic conditions does laterite soil primarily develop?

A. Arid and semi-arid climate B. Temperate climate with moderate rainfall C. Tropical and subtropical climate with alternate wet and dry seasons D. Cold climate with heavy snowfall

Q6.What is the typical pH range for lateritic soils?

A. Alkaline (pH > 7.0) B. Neutral (pH = 7.0) C. Acidic (pH < 6.0) D. Slightly acidic (pH 6.0-7.0)

Q7.Which crops are laterite soils in hilly areas of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu particularly useful for growing after adopting appropriate soil conservation techniques?

A. Wheat and rice B. Sugarcane and cotton C. Tea and coffee D. Pulses and oilseeds

Q8.Red laterite soils in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala are more suitable for which specific crop?

A. Rubber B. Cashew nut C. Coconut D. Cardamom

Q9.What is the typical texture and nature of Arid soils?

A. Clayey and acidic B. Loamy and neutral C. Sandy and saline D. Silty and alkaline

Q10.What occupies the lower horizons of Arid soils due to increasing calcium content downwards?

A. Humus B. Clay C. Kankar D. Silt

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Geography Practice Quiz 5