OBJECTIVE FORESTRY

FORESTRY

SOIL SCIENCE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT a component of soil?
A
Mineral material (rock pieces)
B
Organic matter
C
Water
D
Air
E
Fertilizer
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Potassium, Nitrogen, and Phosphorous are normally derived from the soil in the form of inorganic salts and are nutrients available in fertilizers that make up 0.5 to 6.0 percent. Hence iron is a nutrient that is not available in fertilizers.

Detailed explanation-2: -Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, or NPK, are the “Big 3” primary nutrients in commercial fertilizers.

Detailed explanation-3: -Most fertilizers that are commonly used in agriculture contain the three basic plant nutrients: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Some fertilizers also contain certain “micronutrients, ‘’ such as zinc and other metals, that are necessary for plant growth.

Detailed explanation-4: -Final answer: “They are environment-friendly” is an incorrect statement for fertilizers.

Detailed explanation-5: -The correct option is B Azospirillum.

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