Laterization is likely to occur
A)in the tropics.
B)in humid climate regions.
C)in areas characterized by sandy soils and coniferous forests.
D)in areas of high potential evapotranspiration rates.

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Laterization is a process of soil formation that occurs in tropical regions. The combination of high temperatures, heavy rainfall, and rapid vegetation growth leads to intense weathering of rocks and minerals, which results in the leaching of nutrients and the accumulation of iron and aluminum oxides. This process gives lateritic soils their characteristic red or orange color and high acidity.

Laterization Is Likely to Occur