The lower horizon of desert soil has deposits of ___________.

Calcium

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Iron

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Potash

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Phosphorus

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Solution

The correct option is A Calcium
Deserts soils are usually light coloured with minimal humus content due to which the plant productivity is low. Also the water retaining capacity is very less. However they are rich in minerals-calcium carbonate (caliche), gypsum, and/or salts.

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Availability of water and minerals in the soil for maximum absorption by roots is in the –

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