Question

What are the advantages of the process depicted in the given image?

• A. Ploughing
• B. Digging
• C. Erosion
• D. None of These

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A

Ploughing

B

Digging

D

None of These

The process of loosening the soil is called tilling or ploughing. The loosened soil is better aerated and allows the roots of plants to penetrate deeper. It also aids the survival of earthworms and microorganisms which add nutrient-rich humus to the topsoil. Ploughing also brings underlying nutrient-rich soil to the top for plant usage. Hence, it is one of the basic steps followed before a crop is sowed.