Question

write four characteristics of laterite soil. why are they called laterite? ​

Answer 1

Explanation:

1 Answer. (i) Laterite Soils are leached Soils because alternating dry and wet spells cause the soluble silica to be removed. (ii) These Soils are acidic in nature and coarse and crumbly in texture. (iii) The proportion of lime and silica is reduced when leaching takes place.

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