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Types of Soils in India
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This kind of soil develops under tropical and sub tropical climates. It is found in the eastern and southern parts of the Deccan Plateau. It is also widely used in brick-making.

Which soil are we talking about?

A
Red Soil
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Mountain Soil
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Coastal alluvial soil
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D
Laterite soil
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Solution

The correct option is D Laterite soil
Laterite soil develops under tropical and subtropical climates with alternate wet and dry seasons. Heavy rainfall causes leaching of silica and lime, while iron oxide and aluminium compounds are left behind. Laterite soil is found on hill slopes. It is widely cut as bricks and used for house construction. Bricks in Latin are called "later", from which the word 'Laterite' has been derived.

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