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Laterite soil is rich in

A
Nitrogen
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Iron
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Aluminium
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D
Both B and C
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Solution

The correct option is D Both B and C
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.
So, the correct answer is option D.

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