Question

Explain the formation and important features of the laterite soil.
​

Answer 1

Answer:

Laterite soil is formed under conditions of heavy rainfall with alternate wet and dry periods, and high temperature which leads to leaching of soil, leaving only oxides of aluminium and iron. The lacks fertility because of the lower base-exchanging capacity and a lower content of phosphorus, nitrogen, and potassium.

mark as brainy.......

Answer 2

Answer:

Formation : Laterite soil is formed under conditions of heavy rainfall with alternate wet and dry periods, and high temperature which leads to leaching of soil, leaving only oxides of aluminium and iron. The lacks fertility because of the lower base-exchanging capacity and a lower content of phosphorus, nitrogen, and potassium.

Features :

(i) The soils are acidic in nature, coarser and crumbly in texture.

(ii) Due to lack of nitrogen, potassium and organic elements, the laterite soils lack fertility, and are not suitable for cultivation. But when the soils are manured and irrigated, some crops can be cultivated.

(iii) As the soils are indefinitely durable, so they provide valuable building materials.