In a talent hunt competition, the judge decided to challenge the participants with a
unique twist. Alongside their performances, they were given a task to identify a
specific type of soil based on clues related to Laterite Soil. Which of the following
clues provided by judge would be most useful in identifying the Laterite soil?
Clues:
i. This is the most widely spread and important soil.
ii. The formation of this soil depends on climatic conditions and parent rock
material.
iii. These soils are mostly deep to very deep, acidic (pH< 6)), and generally
deficient in plant nutrients.
iv. The soils found in the lower parts of the valleys, particularly on the river terraces
and alluvial fans are fertile.