The indo-gangetic plains are soft because it is made of soft soil called .....

PHYSICAL GEOLOGY

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

The indo-gangetic plains are soft because it is made of soft soil called ____

A	Sand
B	Alluvium
C	Either A or B
D	None of the above

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -The brand new alluvial deposits observed within the Gangetic simple are referred to as Khadar.

Detailed explanation-2: -Option C: Khadar is the new alluvial soil. It has more fine and fertile particles. This is the correct answer.

Detailed explanation-3: -Complete Answer: The Indo-Gangetic Plains of India consists largely of alluvial deposits which are brought down by the rivers originating from the Himalayas and the peninsular region. The alluvial soil is fertile in nature.

Detailed explanation-4: -2.2 Alluvial Soil This soil has very soft strata with the lowest proportion of nitrogen and humus but with an adequate amount of phosphate. There is a wide variation in the amount of iron oxide and lime in different regions. Alluvial soil is one of the best soils, requiring the least water due to its high porosity.

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