The high temperatures and precipitation in a tropical rain forest create soils that are:
A) very fertile and rich in organic matter.
B) highly variable in mineral content.
C) heavily chemically weathered and leached of most nutrients.
D) capable of supporting years of agricultural demand without irrigation.

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Tropical rainforest soils are heavily chemically weathered and leached of most nutrients due to the high temperatures and frequent precipitation. This constant weathering and leaching process removes soluble nutrients from the soil, making it less fertile for agriculture without the addition of fertilizers.

The High Temperatures and Precipitation in a Tropical Rain Forest