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    Question

    Which of the following types of soil is known for

    exhibiting a characteristic honey-comb structure, typically formed due to specific environmental conditions such as high rainfall, leaching, and the accumulation of iron and aluminum oxides? This structure is often observed in areas with a tropical climate and heavy seasonal rains, where the soil undergoes extensive weathering.
    A Black soil Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Mountain soil Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Lateritic soil Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Marshy-peaty soil Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Red soil Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: Lateritic soil is known for its honey-comb structure, which forms as a result of intense weathering and leaching in tropical and subtropical regions. This soil is rich in iron and aluminum oxides, and the honey-comb structure is a result of the soil's porous nature after heavy rainfall and the leaching of minerals. Black soil, mountain soil, marshy-peaty soil, and red soil do not typically exhibit this characteristic honey-comb structure.

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