Question

Statement-1: Manure helps in enriching the soil with nutrients and organic matter.
Statement-2: Fertilizers are rich in nutrients and thus, are required in small amounts, as compared to manures.
Statement-3: Continuous use of fertilizers in an area increases soil fertility because the organic matter in the soil is replenished.

• A. Only statement-1 is incorrect
• B. Only statement-2 is incorrect
• C. Only statement-3 is incorrect
• D. All the statements are incorrect

Answer 1

The correct option is C Only statement-3 is incorrect

Manure helps in enriching the soil with organic matter, while fertilizers are only required in small amounts as they are rich in nutrients but can degrade the soil organic contents. Continuous use of fertilizers decreases the soil fertility as the chemicals present in the fertilizers affect the organic matter present in the soil, which is harmful for the soil.