Laterite soil develops in areas with high temperature and heavy rainfall. It is formed mainly as a result of:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → intense leaching caused by heavy rain
Laterite soil is the result of intense leaching: heavy rain washes the nutrients down and away, leaving a soil that is poor in humus. With proper manure it is used for crops such as cashew nuts, tea and coffee.