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5(i)
The Ganga Plain is known for its fertile soil. It is often referred to as the food bowl of India. This region supports a variety of crops such as rice, wheat, pulses, jute and sugarcane.
Give two properties of this soil which helps it to produce a variety of crops.
Topic: Alluvial soil
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(1) It is rich in potash, phosphoric acid and lime, making it highly fertile. (2) It is fine-grained and retains water well, so it supports irrigation and multiple cropping.
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