Question

The soil which is transported by the wind is known as
A. Colluvial
B. Eolian
C. Alluvial
D. Glacial soil

Answer 1

The soil from one place can be transported from one place to another by natural agents like wind and water. Based on this, soil can be classified into various types as colluvial soil, alluvial soil, glacial soil and eolian soil.

Complete answer: Soil is transported from one place to another by natural agents. This soil differs in its particle size, porosity, and other properties.
-Alluvial soil: It is the kind of soil that is transported by water. The alluvial soil deposits on the banks of the river. It is largely deposited in delta regions. The soil is transported by running water and this type of soil is very fertile in nature. This soil is more porous as it can hold more water in it.
-Eolian soil: It is the type of soil that is transported by wind. These are more common in dry and arid regions such as deserts. The sand dunes formed in deserts due to wind. It is an example of eolian soil.
-Colluvial soil: It is the type of soil deposited at the bottom of sloppy regions because of soil erosion or landslides.
-Glacial soil: It is the soil that is transported by ice. Icebergs carry soil and other particles with them which may deposit in some other locations other than their original locations.
Hence, the correct option is B

Note: Farmers cultivate their crops based on the properties of soil in that region. Soil differs mainly in properties like water content, humus content, mineral content, and solid particles in them. Know that based on these factors, the soil is of different kinds.