Question

Largest soil order in world is

A Vertisols Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Alfisols Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Inceptisols Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Alfisols Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Inceptisolsexhibit a moderate degree of soil development and lack significant clay accumulation in the subsoil. They occur over a wide range of parent materials and climatic conditions, and thus have a wide range of characteristics. They are extensive, occupying approximately 17-20% of the earth’s glacier-free surface.

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