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Compare red and mountain soil.


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Soil: Soil is the topmost layer of the Earth's land surface (lithosphere) that is a mixture of inorganic minerals and organic matter.

Red Soil: This type of soil is formed by the weathering of crystalline and metamorphic rocks, particularly acid granites and gneisses, quartzitic rocks, and felspathic rocks. It is excellent for the cultivation of crops like wheat, rice, pulses, millets, and even fruits.

Mountain Soil: This soil is found in mountainous forest regions. They are formed by the weathering of mountainous rocks. Their composition varies with the altitude of the forests and the climatic conditions in the area. Rice, tea, and beans are some crops that grow well in mountain soil.

Red Soil

Mountain Soil

It is red in color due to the presence of Iron oxides.It contains sand, shales, clay, stones, and limestones.
It is rich in quartz and clay and only a little amount of humus. It contains a good amount of humus.
It is found in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Orissa, Andhra Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh.It is seen in the Himalayan region.

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