Moist with rich organic matter
Laterite soil is found in states with tropical and sub-tropical climates, such as Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra, Odisha, and parts of northeastern India. It is also found in regions of Africa, South America, and Southeast Asia.
An acrisol is a clay-rich soil associated with humid tropical climates.
Tropical soils are often poorly fertile. This is because heavy rainfall leaches out nutrients.
Soil in tropical climates tends to be highly weathered and nutrient-poor due to the intense rainfall and high temperatures, which speed up the breakdown of organic matter. The soil is often acidic and may have a high content of iron and aluminum oxides, resulting in a characteristic red or yellow color. Additionally, tropical soils may have distinct layers, with the top layer being rich in organic matter but prone to erosion.
black soil
oxisols
the variety of soils and the climates in which they are found
Hookworms are primarily found in warm, humid climates in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. They are commonly found in areas with poor sanitation and hygiene practices where human feces may contaminate the soil.
The soil in tropical climates is often nutrient-rich but may suffer from issues such as leaching due to heavy rainfall, low organic matter content, and compaction. It tends to be highly weathered and may have acidic pH levels.
No, tropical forests do not have permafrost. Permafrost is a layer of permanently frozen soil typically found in polar regions and high-altitude areas where temperatures remain consistently low. In contrast, tropical forests are located in warm, humid climates that support a diverse range of plant and animal life, and their soil remains unfrozen year-round.
Rainfall is minimal, chemical weathering occurs slowly, the soil is thin and consists mainly of regolith(evidence that soil in these areas forms mostly by mechanical weathering) too cold to sustain life, so little humus.
Coconut trees grow in warmer tropical climates.