Consider the following statements about laterite soils 1 These soils develop in areas with high rain...........

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Consider the following statements about laterite soils:

1. These soils develop in areas with high rainfall and high temperature.

2. These soils are rich in organic matter, nitrogen and phosphate.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

Explanation:
Laterite soils develop in areas with high temperature and high rainfall. These are the result of intense leaching due to tropical rains. These soils are poor in organic matter, nitrogen, phosphate and calcium, while iron oxide and potash are in excess. Hence, laterites are not suitable for cultivation.