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Why is laterite soil used in Goa and Kerala for the construction of houses?

Topic: Laterite soil

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It become hard when dry.This soil is generally coarse in texture and porous in nature.It has more of clay content in it.It looks beautiful when used in buildings.

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(a) It become hard when dry..

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Laterite is soft when cut below the surface but hardens irreversibly on exposure to air — which makes it a building stone.

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It become hard when dry..

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