Name the Process by Which Laterite Soil is Formed. Mention One Disadvantage of this Soil. - Geography

Name the process by which Laterite soil is formed. Mention one disadvantage of this soil.

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Laterite soil is formed as a result of weathering of rocks. It happens when under high temperature and rainfall, the rocks weather away. The process of leaching then takes place. One disadvantage of this soil is that it is infertile.

Concept: Different Types of Soil

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