Which one of the following types of plains is not formed by the action of the riven?

A Loess plains
B Alluvial plains
C Flood plain deposits
D Deltas

Correct Answer: Loess plains

Loess plains is not formed by the action of the river. Loess is a sedimentary deposit of mineral particles which are finer than sand but coarser than dust or clay, deposited by the wind. Loess is a type of silt which forms fertile topsoil in some parts of the world. Loess deposits are usually a few meters thick. The soil has few clay particles to hold it together.
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