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Mulching is a process that helps in

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Weed control
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Soil fertility
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Moisture conservation
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Improvement of soil structure
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Solution

The correct option is C Moisture conservation
Mulch is a protective layer of a material layered on top of soil. Mulch can be made of organic materials such as grass, straw, bark, etc. They can also be inorganic such as stones, brick pieces and plastic. Mulching prevents water evaporation from soil hence leads to moisture conservation. Thus, the correct answer is option C.

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