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Which soil types are found in eastern and western Jilin province?
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Waterfall in the Changbai Mountains.
In Jilin province, the distribution of soil types is primarily determined by the region's topography:
- Eastern Region: This mountainous area is characterized by the presence of podzols, which occur in several forms and vary in fertility.1
- Western Region: The western plains are dominated by highly fertile black earth, which contains a high percentage of organic matter and is well-suited for cultivation. However, this western area also contains saline, alkaline, and high-alkaline soils that are of low agricultural value.1