Question

why are red soil not suitable for agricultural? for ICSE​

Answer 1

Answer:

soils are deficient in phosphoric acid, organic matter and nitrogenous material but are fairly rich in potash and iron.

Answer 2

Answer:

Red soil is not suitable for agriculture because it does not contain the suitable minerals which are neccessary for the growth of the crop which is grown. Red soil has the minute water holding capacity and has very much amount of iron and phosphorus which is very harmful for the crops.