Question

State whether the following statement is true or false.

Statement 1: Manure helps in enhancing the water retention of the soil.
Statement 2: Manure degrades the soil texture.

• A. Statement 1: False,
  Statement 2: False
• B. Statement 1: False,
  Statement 2: True
• C. Statement 1: True,
  Statement 2: False
• D. Statement 1: True,
  Statement 2: True

Answer 1

The correct option is C Statement 1: True,

Statement 2: False
Manure is an organic substance prepared by farmers. It is formed by the decomposition of dead and decaying plants and animal wastes. Advantages of using manure are:

• It is added to the soil to provide additonal nutrients to plants.
• It enhances water retention capacity of soil and improves soil texture.
• It helps in exchange of gases which allows microbes to grow in the soil.