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Which soil type develops primarily in regions with high rainfall and is often acidic?

1

Forest Soil

2

Laterite Soil

3

Black Soil

4

Red Soil

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Answer

B. Laterite Soil

Solution:

Laterite soil, which forms in tropical regions with heavy rainfall, tends to be acidic and often experiences leaching, resulting in nutrient depletion.

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