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Which of the following statements correctly differentiates Alluvial soils from Red and Yellow soils in India?
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- 1Alluvial soils are highly rich in phosphorus, whereas Red and Yellow soils are exceptionally rich in nitrogen.
- 2Alluvial soils range from sandy loam to clay in texture, while Red and Yellow soils are generally loamy to sandy on uplands and less fertile there.✓
- 3Alluvial soils are entirely unfertile, while Red and Yellow soils owe their color strictly to humus.
- 4Alluvial soils are formed in situ from crystalline rocks, while Red and Yellow soils are river-transported.
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Alluvial soils range from sandy loam to clay in texture, while Red and Yellow soils are generally loamy to sandy on uplands and less fertile there.
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