Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements about laterites or tropical rainforests is true?
A) Laterite soils readily compact and harden when dried and exposed to sunlight.
B) Rainforests regenerate quickly following clear cutting or clearing for agriculture.
C) Laterite soils are very rich in nutrients required for vigorous plant growth.
D) Laterites, with proper management, are very suitable for commercial agriculture.
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