Identify the type of soil on the basis of given characteristics :

1. They contain a large proportion of sodium, potassium and magnesium, and thus, they are infertile.

2. Their structure ranges from sandy to loamy.

3. They are more widespread in western Gujarat, deltas of the eastern coast and in Sunderban areas of West Bengal.

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Saline soil.

Key Points

Saline soil:
- They contain a large proportion of sodium, potassium and magnesium, and thus, they are infertile: this characteristic is typical of saline soils.
- They have high salt content which makes them less suitable for farming.
- Their composition ranges from sandy to loamy.
- They are more widespread in western Gujarat, deltas of the eastern coast and in Sunderban areas of West Bengal.