| Title | लाल मिट्टी - Lāl Mittī (Red Earth)लाल मिट्टी Lāl Mittī |
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| Description | Lāl Mittī (Red Earth) is a type of soil rich in iron oxides, giving it a characteristic red color. Formed from the weathering of crystalline igneous rocks. Used in traditional construction for mud walls and plasters. Low fertility. |
| Tags | Red Earth Lāl Mittī Iron Oxide Soil Erosion |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-848510277-20-11-25-LL |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/red-earth |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/red-earth |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Soil Sedimentary Material |
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| Regions | Eastern India Southern India Goa |
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| Time Periods | Prehistoric Historic |
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| Sources | Local soil deposits Weathered rock formations |
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| Properties | High iron oxide content Low water retention Sandy to loamy texture Low organic matter |
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| Uses | Mud walls Plaster Earthen floors Agricultural soil |
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| Materials | गोबर - Gobar (Cow Dung) चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) भूसा - Bhūsā (Husk) |
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| Styles | Vernacular architecture Rural construction |
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| Categories | Residential Buildings Agricultural Structures |
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| Notes |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Soil Survey of India Reports | Soil Analysis | Red soil characteristics |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Chapora Fort Goa | Primary | 100% |