Which of the following match(es) is correct ?
(A) Laterite soil - pH 7-8
(B) Black soil - has high amount of clay
(C) Alkali soil - pH 9
(D) Red soil - calcareous
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
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- Laterite soils = Highly Acidic (pH < 5.5).
- Alkali soils = Highly Alkaline (pH > 8.5, typically around 9.0).
- Black soils = High clay content (Vertisols, clay > 40%).