At present, which of the soil orders of Soil Taxonomy occupy the most land area in the United States?
A) Oxisols
B) Aridisols
C) Mollisols
D) Spodosols

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Mollisols are the most extensive soil order in the United States, covering approximately 21% of the country's land area. They are found mostly in the Great Plains, Midwest, and western states. Although other soil orders, such as Inceptisols and Alfisols, are also widespread, they do not occupy as much area as Mollisols. Therefore, the correct answer is C) Mollisols.

At Present, Which of the Soil Orders of Soil Taxonomy