Question

Which of the following can be used as manure for plants?

• A. Kitchen waste
• B. Waste from the industries
• C. Wastes from hospitals
• D. Wastes from schools

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Kitchen waste

The correct option is A.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Manure is the waste material from plants and animals that can be put on the ground in order to grow plants in a better way.
2. It is used to increase the fertility of the soil and help plants to grow.
3. Option a is correct because waste from the kitchen includes vegetable peals and waste food that can be used as manure for better growth plants.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option B

Industries' waste includes chemicals and drugs which are harmful to the soil.

Option C

Water from the hospital includes drugs, medicines, syringes, etc. which decreases soil fertility.

Option D

Waste from school includes paper and plastics that are also harmful to the soil.

Final answer: Kitchen waste is used as manure for the plants.