Question

Match List - I with List - II. {ll} List - I & List - II
(Deposition) & (Features)

A. Laterites & I. Sediments deposited by river
B. Moraine & II. Dust deposited at height
C. Alluvial & III. Mineral deposition due to rock weathering
D. Loess & IV. Mounds formed by glaciers

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
• B. A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III
• C. A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
• D. A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV

Hint:

Remember: Alluvial deposits are river-made, moraines are glacier-made, loess is wind-deposited dust, and laterites form through intense weathering.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: Geomorphological deposits are formed through different geological and environmental processes such as:
• River deposition,
• Glacial movement,
• Weathering,
• Wind action. Each depositional feature has distinct characteristics and formation mechanisms.

Step 1: Understanding Laterites. Laterites are: \[ \text{Mineral-rich deposits formed due to intense weathering} \] These are commonly found in:
• Tropical regions,
• High rainfall areas,
• Iron and aluminum rich zones. Thus: \[ A \rightarrow III \]

Step 2: Understanding Moraine. Moraines are: \[ \text{Mounds or accumulations formed by glaciers} \] They consist of:
• Rock debris,
• Sand,
• Gravel,
• Clay transported by glaciers. Hence: \[ B \rightarrow IV \]

Step 3: Understanding Alluvial Deposits. Alluvial deposits are: \[ \text{Sediments deposited by rivers} \] These include:
• Sand,
• Silt,
• Clay,
• Gravel. Therefore: \[ C \rightarrow I \]

Step 4: Understanding Loess. Loess refers to: \[ \text{Fine dust deposits transported and deposited by wind} \] These are generally:
• Wind-blown deposits,
• Fine-grained,
• Deposited at elevated regions. Thus: \[ D \rightarrow II \]

Step 5: Writing the final matching. The correct matching becomes: \[ A-III,\; B-IV,\; C-I,\; D-II \] Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\text{(A) A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II}} \]