Question

Which type of soil is best suitable for wheat cultivation?
A) Alluvial soil
B) Black soil
C) Laterite soil
D) Loamy and clayey soil

Answer 1

Hint: Soil is termed as the topmost layer of the earth's lithosphere which is a mixture of organic matter, minerals, gases, liquids, and organisms that support life. The weathering of rocks of different chemical compositions leads to the formation of different soils. Based on their texture, particle size, colour, and moisture retention capacity soils are classified into various categories.

Complete Answer:
The soil forms the uppermost layer in the earth's lithosphere and is one of the principal substrata of life on earth. It serves as a reserve oil of minerals, nutrients and water. Many types of soils can be found in the Indian subcontinent like Alluvial soil, black soil, red soil, etc.
The best soil for developing wheat is soil that is loamy and well-draining. Loam is soil that has the correct blend of clay and sand. Loamy soil consists of a blend of equivalent measures of both sandy and clayey soil types. Loamy soil is that it permits great air movement inside the dirt. Soil that is too compacted holds an excessive amount of moisture and doesn't permit air to move through. At the point when this occurs, plant roots become waterlogged and subject to root decay. This can occur with soil that has a lot of clay.

Thus, option (D) is correct.

Note:
Laterite is a type of soil that is high in iron- oxide content and Aluminium content. It is commonly found in areas of hot and wet tropical conditions. It is mostly used in the construction of buildings.