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GS Geography Physical Geography of World
Q.

The ash–grey soils of high–latitude coniferous forests a known as:

Explanation:

ANS. (B) 
Podzols are ash-grey coloured soils that are found in high-latitude coniferous forest belt having very long cold winters, short cool summers and a moderate precipitation throughout the year. These soils are acidic, infertile and of limited value for agriculture. These are useful for dairying and mixed farming.

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