UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2023
Question 45 of 75Geography
Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The soil in tropical rain forests is rich in nutrients. Statement-II: The high temperature and moisture of tropical rain forests cause dead organic matter in the soil to decompose quickly. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
ABoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
BBoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
CStatement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
DStatement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Correct Answer
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Explanation
21 words hidden ... stored nutrients despite lush vegetation. Rapid decomposition does occur because of high heat and moisture, but ... 22 words hidden