Residual soils are formed by

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  1. Weathering of the parent rocks
  2. Wind
  3. Water
  4. Glaciers

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Option 1 : Weathering of the parent rocks
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Explanation:

  • Residual soils are those that form in place from the weathering of underlying parent rocks.

  • They are not transported by wind, water, or glaciers; instead, they remain where the original rock was located.

  • The composition and properties of residual soils largely depend on the type of parent rock and the climate (especially rainfall and temperature).

Additional InformationResidual Soils:

  • Found typically in tropical and subtropical regions with intense weathering.

  • Have varying depth depending on the extent of weathering.

  • Often contain partially decomposed rock fragments.

  • Example: Laterite soils in India are residual soils rich in iron and aluminum.

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