Question

leterite soil is
formed by
intense leaching. Which
of the following is the important
Charateristic of leterite soil.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Important characteristics of laterite soil is-

Explanation:

Laterite soil is mainly found in the tropical areas. It is rich in iron and aluminium. It has high iron oxide content which gives It has reddish brown colour. It is formed by the weathering of parent rocks. It is mainly found in the eastern ghat of Orissa, Tamil nadu, Karnataka etc. Due to intensive leaching and low base exchanging capacity it has less fertility so it is not used for crop production.