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What are the characteristics of black soil?

Answer 1

Black soils are essentially mature soils which have been produced by relief and climate, rather than by a particular type of rock.

The presence of titaniferous magnetite, iron and aluminum compounds, humus, and colloidal hydrated double iron and aluminum silicate is what gives the soil its black color.

The following are the traits of black soil:

Legume crops such as cotton, citrus fruits, millets, wheat, linseed, castor, sugar cane, and safflower grow well in these soils.

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Answer 2

Roman Acosta

The characteristics of black soil include:

Rich in organic matter
High fertility
Retains moisture well
Good drainage
Dark color due to high organic content
Suitable for growing a variety of crops

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