latosol soils Flashcards
1
Q
Where in the world do you find latosol soils?
A
central Africa, South America
2
Q
Are latosols fertile
A
Yes, but most of the nutrients are found in the vegetation and not the soil
3
Q
Do latosols have deep soil?
A
Yes, very deep, 40cm or more deep
4
Q
Ecosystem and climate of latosols?
A
Found in the tropical rainforest - climates are hot (on average 27c), humid (88% humidity) and wet (3000mm per annum)
5
Q
Are latosols moisture surplus?
A
moisture surplus (rainfall exceeds evaporation)
6
Q
What does brazil grow on the latosols?
A
- coffee
- sugar
- soy beans
- rice
- maize
- cotton
7
Q
How is vegetation used in latosols
A
- Indigenous peoples clear small areas of vegetation. - - - They then burn it because the ash provides nutrients for the infertile soil.
- The land is then farmed for two to three years before they move on to another area of the rainforest.
