Which of the following statement(s) are correct about the importance of soil?
Which of the following statement(s) are correct about the importance of soil?
The correct options are
A The soil is essential for agriculture.
B The soil supports the growth of plants.
C The soil provides useful microorganisms for the plants.
D The soil provides water and nutrients to the plants.
The soil is the mixture of minerals, organic matter, gases, liquids, and the countless organisms that together support life on Earth. It supports the growth of plants by holding the roots firmly and supplying water and nutrients. It is the home for many organisms. The soil is essential for agriculture. Agriculture provides food, clothing, and shelter for all. The soil is thus an inseparable part of our life. Soil supports the growth of plants by providing them water and nutrients and hence it is essential for agriculture. Thus, all three statements are correct.
A
The soil is essential for agriculture.
B
The soil supports the growth of plants.
C
The soil provides useful microorganisms for the plants.
D
The soil provides water and nutrients to the plants.
The soil is the mixture of minerals, organic matter, gases, liquids, and the countless organisms that together support life on Earth. It supports the growth of plants by holding the roots firmly and supplying water and nutrients. It is the home for many organisms. The soil is essential for agriculture. Agriculture provides food, clothing, and shelter for all. The soil is thus an inseparable part of our life. Soil supports the growth of plants by providing them water and nutrients and hence it is essential for agriculture. Thus, all three statements are correct.
