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Which of the following are correct statements?
(i) Manure enhances the water holding capacity of the soil.
(ii) Manure is nutrient specific i.e. supplies a particular desired nutrient.
(iii) Manure decreases the number of friendly microbes.
(iv) Manure improves the texture of the soil.
(v) Manures arc very rich in specific plant nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.

A

(i), (iii) and (v) only

B

(i) and (iv) only

C

(ii), (iii), (iv) and (v) only

D

(ii), (iii) and (v) only

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The correct Answer is:
B
Manures are organic substances that increase soil fertility. They are not nutrient specific i.e., they do not supply a particular desired nutrient. They enhance the water holding capacity and texture of the soil. They increase the number of friendly microbes by adding organic matter upon which these microbes feed.
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