GS1 · 10 marks · 150 words

What are loess deposits, and why do they constitute some of the most agriculturally productive regions of the world?

Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025

Syllabus: Salient features of World Physical Geography.

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From all 3 answers · about 80 words · 33% drew a diagram.

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The toppers’ answers

Pakshal SecretryAIR 8 · CSE 2025 · 59 wordsTheir whole copy

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Loess deposits are productive soils that improve overall productivity.

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Reasons for more productivity

  1. Favourable condition eg weather
  2. Deposits are rich in nutrient
  3. Water retention capacity of the loess deposit
  4. Less need of fertiliser in area → lowers cost
  5. Growth of productive and more high value crops in region

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eg cashew, cotton → more value

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