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2023 Q13: Consider the following statements regarding tropical rain forest soils: I. The soil is rich in nutrients. II. High temperature and moisture lead to rapid decomposition of organic matter. Which is correct?
A.
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and II explains I
B.
(b) Both are correct but II does not explain I
C.
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
D.
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Explanation:
Explanation: Tropical rainforest soils are nutrient poor due to rapid decomposition, so Statement-I is false and Statement-II is true.