If a question gives old alluvium, kankar and higher land than Khadar, what will be the answer?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Bhangar
Bhangar is the older alluvium of the Northern Plains. It occurs on relatively higher land than the newer alluvial floodplains of Khadar and contains kankar, or calcareous concretions. Khadar is newer alluvium deposited in lower floodplain areas. Exam tip: “old alluvium + kankar + higher than Khadar” indicates Bhangar.
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Bhangar
Why is this the correct answer?
Bhangar is the older alluvium of the Northern Plains. It occurs on relatively higher land than the newer alluvial floodplains of Khadar and contains kankar, or calcareous concretions. Khadar is newer alluvium deposited in lower floodplain areas. Exam tip: “old alluvium + kankar + higher than Khadar” indicates Bhangar.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Geography question. Chapter: Physical Features of India. Topic: The Northern Plains.
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