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C. Write (T) for true and (F) for false statements.

1. Soil forma on is a quick process.
2. The topmost layer of soil consists of humus.

3. New alluvial soil is called Bhangar.

4. In the delta region black soil is ideal for jute cultivation.
5. Black soil is the best for cotton cultivation.

D. Complete the table.
S. No. Name of soil Special features Crops grown

1.
2.

3.
4.

E. Answer the following ques ons.
1. What is soil?

2. What are the four main types of soil found in India?
3. How is black soil formed?

4. Which crops are commonly grown in mountain soil?
5. What is soil erosion and what are its causes?

Activity Hub Art and Cra Integra on
1. Organise a poetry-wri ng compe on on the importance of soil with the help of

your teacher.
2. Take two plant pots and label them. Fill both the pots with soil. Put a plant in each

pot. Water the plants regularly. Add compost and manure in one of the pots. What
do you observe a er a few weeks? Which soil is good for the plants?

3. Make a soil chart for your state. Find out the different types of soil in your state and
the crops that grow in each type. You can also paste the pictures of the soils and the
local crops to make your scrapbook more a rac ve and informa ve.

Life Skills Cri cal Thinking
1. Scien sts are crea ng nanomaterials to help sandy soil retain water, using LED

lights to boost plant growth, and making ar ficial soils from recycled waste.
Ver cal farming systems are being designed to grow more food with less land and
water. These ideas teach us crea vity, problem-solving, sustainable living and
responsible use of resources to build a greener future.

2. With the help of the internet, find out more about the types of crops grown in
different soils.
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