Characteristics of the main Soil Types in Ireland

Which of these is not a characteristic of Podzol Soils?
Occur in area of coniferous forest which provide little humus
Grey in colour and not very fertile
Occur in areas of moderate rainfall – well drained soils
Concentrated in the mountainous terrain of West of Ireland
Which of the following is false about Brown Soils?
Occur in areas of moderate rainfall – well drained soils
Mountainous areas on impermeable bedrock
Concentrated in the midlands and East and South of Ireland
Dark brown in colour and very fertile
Identify which of the following is not a characteristic of Peat Soils.
Leaching does not occur
Occur in areas of high rainfall – poorly drained soil that lack of oxygen.
Dark grey or black soils that are acidic
Concentrated along the Western seaboard
I Identify which of the following is not a characteristic of Gley Soils.
Mainly located in Mid-Ulster, Connaught, South Clare
Occur in cold, wet areas that are waterlogged – usually on impermeable rock/clayey soils
Leaching does not occur
Occur in areas of deciduous forest which provides rich dark humus
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