Soils of Tamil Nadu

Q. Alluvial soil is used to grow which of the following crops in Tamil Nadu?

1. Paddy
2. Sugarcane
3. Banana
4. Coffee

Q.

In which states are the black soil found?

Q.

The soil which is formed due to weathering of lava rock is called

1. Lava soil

2. Black soil

3. Rock soil

4. Red soil

Q. Which type of soil is most commonly found in Tamil Nadu?

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

Q.

Alluvial soil is a mixture of ________.

Q. Match the types of soil with the places they are found in Tamil Nadu.

1. Kanyakumari
2. Kancheepuram
3. Sivagangai
4. Coimbatore

Q. Choose the correct option based on the following statements.

Statement (I): Red soil covers 2/3rd part of Tamil Nadu.

Statement (II): Black soil is fine-textured and clayey which is rich in calcium, magnesium, potash, and lime.

Statement (III): Laterite soils are suitable for growing tea, coffee, rubber, cinchona, etc.

1. Only (I) and (II) are true.
2. Only (II) is correct.
3. Only (I) and (III) are true.
4. Only (II) and (III) are true.

Q.

The soil which contributes the largest share to the agriculture wealth is

1. Alluvial soil

2. Red soil

3. Black soil

4. Laterite soil

Q. Which soil is formed due to intense leaching of the soil?

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

Q. Write a note on distribution of red soil in Tamil Nadu.