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Poor Soil. Include requirements for soil treatment and
1.5.12
fertilization as much of the soil in the tropical belt is low in nutrients.
1.5.13
Insects. Insects are abundant in the tropics. Many are harmful or
annoying to human comfort and others are harmful to building materials.
Termites, particularly the subterranean Formosan variety, are perhaps the most
serious threat to buildings in the tropics. These insects can rapidly destroy
a wooden building, cause severe damage to electrical equipment, and extensive
damage to many roofing materials.
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Air-Conditioned Buildings. For special design and material
selection considerations regarding air-conditioned facilities, refer to
Section 14.
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