1. Plural of latosol; a type of tropical or subtropical soil characterized by deep weathering, high iron and aluminum oxide content, and low fertility.
Usage: technical; soil science; also called laterite soils

Examples

• Latosols are commonly found in tropical regions with high rainfall and warm temperatures.
• The agricultural productivity of latosols is often limited by their acidic nature and nutrient deficiency.
• Geologists study latosols to understand soil formation in tropical climates.
• Latosols require significant amendment with fertilizers to support crop production.
• The deep red color of latosols results from the accumulation of iron oxides.