Which soil is ideal for the cultivation of cotton?
A
Red soil
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B
Black soil
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C
Laterite soil
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D
Coastal alluvial soil
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Solution
The correct option is B Black soil Black soil is rich in nutrients such as calcium carbonate, magnesium, potash and lime. This is ideal for the cultivation of cotton. Hence, this soil is also called black cotton soil.