Question

laterite soils are used as building material give reason

Answer 1

Laterite is a soil and rock type rich in iron and aluminium, and is commonly considered to have formed in hot and wet tropical areas. Nearly all laterites are of rusty-red coloration, because of high iron oxide content. ... Historically, laterite was cut into brick-like shapes and used in monument-building

Answer 2

Laterite is a soil and rock type rich in iron and aluminium and is commonly considered to have formed in hot and wet tropical areas.Nearly all laterite are of rusty red coloration,because of high iron oxide content,.. Historically,laterite was cut into brick likes shapes and used in monument building.