Question

Which of the following statement is not true for organic manure?

• A. It enhances the water capacity of the soil
• B. It has a balance of all nutrients.
• C. It provides humus to the soil.
• D. It improves the texture of the soil.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

It has a balance of all nutrients.

The correct option is B.

Explanation of correct option:

1. Manure is a natural matter that is formed when microorganisms and plant and animal feces decompose together.
2. Only a few nutrients can be found in organic manure.
3. Manures do not have a balance of all plant nutrients.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A:

1. With the addition of manures, plants get more access to water so it increases the soil's ability to hold water.
2. Hence, this statement is correct.

Option C:

1. Humus is the soil's black organic material that results from the breakdown of plant and animal debris.
2. Organic manure adds humus to the soil, hence this statement is correct.

Option D:

1. Organic manure contributes organic matter known as compost to the soil, which improves soil texture for better water retention and aeration.

Final answer: The statement which is not true for organic manure is “It has a balance of all nutrients”.