8th Class Science Crop Production and Management Question Bank Crop Production and Management

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    Which of the following is/are incorrect statements) regarding manure?
    (i)  Manure enhances the water holding capacity of the soil.
    (ii) Manure is nutrient specific i.e. supply a particular desired nutrient.
    (iii) Manure decreases the number of friendly microbes.
    (iv) Manure improves the texture of the soil.
    (v) Manure is prepared by the decomposition of dead plant and animal matter.

    A) (i), (iii) and (v) only

    B) (v) only

    C) (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v) only

    D) (ii) and (iii) only

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    Manures are organic substances that supply almost all the nutrient elements required by plants and are obtained from dead and decaying organic matter. Manures enhance the water holding capacity of soil, increase the number of friendly microbes and improve the texture of the soil.


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