Question

Which of the following statement regarding soil is incorrect?

• A. Soil contains air and water.
• B. Good soil contains less organic content.
• C. Soil contains micro-organisms.
• D. Good soil has good water absorption capacity.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Good soil contains less organic content.

Soil contains air, water, minerals and organic matter. Organic content is the organic component of soil which includes the residue of dead plants, animals and organisms. More the organic content more will be the fertility required for good growth of a plant. Therefore, good soil contains high organic content. The soil has good water absorption capacity. Soil contains micro-organisms like bacteria and fungi.