Question

Which of the following statements are true about Laterite soil?

• A. Laterite soil is generally porous and open in the top layer. It is dense and compact in the lower layers.
• B. The soil is poor in iron and aluminium oxides, hence it’s not acidic in nature.
• C. Laterite soil is good for cultivating tapioca and cashew nuts.
• D. Laterite soil is formed due to the process of Leaching.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C), (D)

The correct options are
A Laterite soil is generally porous and open in the top layer. It is dense and compact in the lower layers.
C Laterite soil is good for cultivating tapioca and cashew nuts.
D Laterite soil is formed due to the process of Leaching.

Laterite soil is formed in areas with heavy rainfall where the soil’s soluble minerals are leached away by rainwater. Laterite soil is generally poor in nitrogen, lime, potash, phosphorus, magnesium and organic matter. The soil is rich in iron and aluminium oxides; hence it’s acidic and has a red colour.