Question

Laterisation involves the following

• A. Removal of $\text{Fe}$ and $\text{Al}$ complexed with humus from upper to lower horizon
• B. Removal of silica from soil
• C. Removal of silica and accumulation of sesquioxides in soil
• D. Accumulation of sesquioxides in soil

Hint:

Remember the key distinction:
- Laterization $\rightarrow$ Desilication (silica leached, sesquioxides remain).
- Podzolization $\rightarrow$ Translocation of sesquioxides and humus, leaving silica in the upper horizon.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C