Differentiate between manures and fertilizers.

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Manures Fertilizers
1. It is obtained from decomposition of organic material. 1.It is synthesized in factories
2. Does not contain nutrients in specific quantities 2. Contains nutrients in specific quantities
3. Improves texture of the soil 3. Excessive use may spoil the texture of the soil
4. Has water holding capacity or is hygroscopic
Example: Vermicompost, Farm Yard Manure etc 4. Dissolves in water and is quickly absorbed by the plant.
Example - NPK, Urea etc

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Manures	Fertilizers
1. It is obtained from decomposition of organic material.	1.It is synthesized in factories
2. Does not contain nutrients in specific quantities	2. Contains nutrients in specific quantities
3. Improves texture of the soil	3. Excessive use may spoil the texture of the soil
4. Has water holding capacity or is hygroscopic Example: Vermicompost, Farm Yard Manure etc	4. Dissolves in water and is quickly absorbed by the plant. Example - NPK, Urea etc