HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

FUNDAMENTALS OF HORTICULTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Why is soil important to plants?
A
Plants extract water from the soil
B
Plants extract nutrients from the soil
C
Plants anchor themselves in the soil
D
All of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Soil provides plants a foothold for their roots and holds the necessary nutrients for plants to grow. Soil filters the rainwater and regulates the discharge of excess rainwater, preventing flooding. It also buffers against pollutants, thus protecting groundwater quality.

Detailed explanation-2: -Soil provides a place for plants to grow. It holds water in place for their roots. It contains nutrients, or food substances, needed for their growth. Soil also provides a home for many animals and other living things.

Detailed explanation-3: -Soil is an important element essential for the survival of living organisms. The importance of soil is mentioned below: The fertile soil helps in the growth and development of the plants. The plants thus produced are healthy and provide food, clothing, furniture, and medicines.

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