What is the special characteristic feature of the deserts of Gujarat?

The sand is known for being alluvial in nature unlike normal sandy soil.

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The sand is known for being saline in nature unlike normal sandy soil.

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The sand is known for being loamy in nature unlike normal sandy soil.

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The sand is known for being acidic in nature unlike normal sandy soil.

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The correct option is B The sand is known for being saline in nature unlike normal sandy soil.
The sand in the Rann of Kutch is saline in nature. These deserts turn salty when they’re constantly flooded by seawater, and the soil turns saline when the water dries up.

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(iii) loamy soil

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i) Weathering is a very fast process of soil formation.

ii) Percolation of water is faster in sandy soils.

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