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Question

Which soil needs little irrigation as it retains soil moisture?

  1. Alluvial soil
  2. Black soil
  3. Red soil
  4. Laterite soil

Answer:

Option B: Black soil

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Black soil”.

Black soil has a high water-retaining capacity and requires little irrigation.