Source: Textbook

What type of soil is found in the river deltas of the eastern coast? Give three main features of this type of soil.

Model Answer

The soil found in the river deltas of the eastern coast is alluvial soil. Three main features:

  1. Fertile and suitable for agriculture.
  2. Rich in nutrients like potassium, phosphorus, and lime.
  3. Water-retaining and supports crops like rice.