HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

GENERAL AGRICULTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The use of synthetic fertilizers can increase crop yield, but also
A
destroy nitrifying bacteria in the soil
B
increase nutrient runoff into nearby surface waters
C
slow the release of organic nutrients from compost
D
increase fish populations in nearby streams
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -These are used by the farmers daily to increase the crop yield. These fertilisers contain essential nutrients required by the plants, including nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus. They also enhance the water retention capacity of the soil and increase its fertility.

Detailed explanation-2: -Nitrogen can be lost from farm fields in the form of gaseous, nitrogen-based compounds, like ammonia and nitrogen oxides. Ammonia can be harmful to aquatic life if large amounts are deposited from the atmosphere to surface waters.

Detailed explanation-3: -They’re faster acting than organic making them a good choice for aiding plants in severe distress from nutrient deficiencies. Easy to handle. These fertilizers, which come as dry, granular pellets or water-soluble products, also provide even, consistent feeding. Inexpensive.

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