Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is/are false?

a. Manures are prepared from animal wastes, human wastes and plant residues by the action of microorganisms. b. The deficiency of plant nutrients and organic matter in the soil is made up by adding manures and fertilisers to the soil. c. Manures are very rich in plant nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus and are poor in humus.

  1. Only a

  2. Both a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Both b and c

  5. Only c
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E Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option as this statement is false. The deficiency of plant nutrients and organic matter in the soil is made up by adding manures and fertilisers to the soil. Manures are not very rich in plant nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus, but are rich in humus.

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