UI Post-UTME Geography 2017 (Model questions) Question 19

Question 19

Soils

Which one of the following major soil types is found in the savannah areas of Nigeria?

  1. A.Podzols
  2. B.Ferralitic red soils
  3. C.Chemozems
  4. D.Ferruginous tropical soils
  5. E.Brown earths
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Ferruginous tropical soils)

Explanation

Ferruginous tropical soils are typical of Nigeria's savanna belt.