Given below are steps in vermicomposting and each step has been given an alphabet]. Rearrange the steps in the correct sequence and write the alphabet on the chart provided.
F- Dig a pit in a suitable place in your garden.
C- Spread sand on the floor of the pit.
E- Add vegetables peels and fruit wastes in the pit.
A- Sprinkle water to keep it moist.
D- Place red worms in the pit.
B- Cover with a gunny bag or grass.
One step is done for you.
Step 1-F.
The correct sequence of vermicomposting is:
Step 1- F- Dig a pit in a suitable place in your garden.
The compost pit dimensions should be determined based on the amount of organic matter added.
Step 2 - C- Spread sand on the floor of the pit.
Vermibed is the layer of moist soil spread on the bottom of the pit.
Step 3 - E- Add vegetable peels and fruit wastes to the pit.
The vegetable wastes rot and are broken down into humus.
Step 4- A- Sprinkle water to keep it moist.
Step 5- D- Place red worms in the pit.
Redworms are an excellent choice for composting as they prefer a compost environment and are easy to maintain.
Step 6- B- Cover with a gunny bag or grass.
The vermicompost pit needs to be covered to prevent birds from feeding on the worms.
Final answer: The correct sequence of vermicomposting is F, C, E, A, D, and B.