Multiple choice

Laterite is produced by

  1. Hydration and carbonation

  2. Hydrolysis and oxidation

  3. Leaching and oxidation

  4. Hydration and calcification
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Laterite soil is formed through the process of intense leaching, where heavy rainfall washes away silica and lime, leaving behind iron and aluminum oxides. This process occurs in tropical climates with alternating wet and dry seasons.

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