Question

Among the given options, which one is not correct for the use of large amount of fertilisers and pesticides?

• A. Fertilisers are eco-friendly.
• B. Fertilisers turn the fields barren after some time.
• C. Fertilisers remove the useful component from the soil.
• D. Fertilisers destroy the soil fertility.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Fertilisers are eco-friendly.

Pesticides and fertilizers are the chemically synthesized compound used for agriculture purpose. The use of pesticides and fertilizers over a long period of time can destroy soil fertility or soil structure by killing the soil microorganism that recycles nutrients in the soil as they are artificial chemical compounds. It also kills earthworms which are instrumental in making rich humus.

Therefore, the correct answer is option A.