38.3.2. Soil Type

Try these first

1. 1.

   What type of crop is best suited for clayey soil?

   Hint

   Think about which crops need a lot of water.

2. 2.

   Why is sandy soil preferred for pulses?

   Hint

   Consider the water needs of different crops.

3. 3.

   Which soil type is best for growing paddy?

   • Sandy
   • Clayey
   • Loamy

   Hint

   Consider water retention characteristics.

4. 4.

   True or False: Sandy soils are ideal for water-retentive crops.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the needs of different crops.

5. 5.

   Given a region where soil is shifting from clayey to sandy, how might this impact local agriculture economically and socially?

   Hint

   Consider both the economic and social implications of changing soil conditions.

6. 6.

   A farmer has clayey soil that promotes rice cultivation. What strategies can he employ to enhance productivity while managing environmental impact?

   Hint

   Think about techniques that benefit both productivity and the environment.