Question

Write the main features of arid soil -

Answer 1

i) The soil ranges from red to brown in colour. ii) The soil is alkaline in nature as there is no rainfall to wash soluble salts. iii) The soils contain a low percentage of organic matter due to dry climate and the absence of vegetation. iv) The soils contain a considerable amount of soluble salts. v) It is found in western Rajasthan.