Which of the following statements about fertilizers is correct?

Fertilizers increase the water-holding capacity of soil.

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Fertilizers increase soil fertility in the long run.

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Fertilizers contain decomposed matter.

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Fertilizers contain inorganic salt

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Solution

The correct option is D Fertilizers contain inorganic salt
Fertilizers are chemical substances made up of inorganic salts containing potassium, nitrogen, and phosphorus compounds while manures are organic in nature which increases the water holding capacity. Excessive use of f ertilizers can reduce the fertility of soil.

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