Which one the following soils is used for the production of bricks? (1) Peaty and organic (2) Saline (3) Laterite (4) Red and yellow

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(4) Red and yellow Explanation: Red Soil is also known as yellow soil. Red soils are formed as a result of the draining down of old crystalline rock, less clayey and sandier in nature. Red clay soil are used for the production of bricks.

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