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What are the characteristics of laterite soils? Describe its distribution in India.

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  • The laterite soils are of brick colour.
  • These are shallow, acidic and less fertile.
  • These are less fertile due to leaching of soil.
  • These are poor in nitrogen, potash but very rich in iron.
  • These are found in Tamil Nadu, Western Ghats, Rajmahal hills, Vindhyas, Satpuras and Malwa plateau. These soils cover 7.5% area of the country
  • Some areas of Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Orissa, Karnataka, Jharkhand also have laterite soils.
  • These are suitable for cultivation of Rubber, Tea, Coffee and Coconut.


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