Crop Production and Management Quiz

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Which of the following is an advantage of using manure in crop production?

Manure enhances the water holding capacity of the soil. (correct)
Manure contains more nutrients than fertilizers.
Manure is easier to apply than fertilizers.
Manure is more affordable than fertilizers.

Why is water important for proper growth and development of plants?

Water increases the number of friendly microbes in the soil.
Water improves the texture of the soil.
Water helps in the absorption of minerals and fertilizers. (correct)
Water provides protection from frost and hot air currents.

What is the function of irrigation in crop production?

To increase the number of friendly microbes in the soil.
To protect the crop from frost and hot air currents.
To maintain the moisture of the soil for healthy crop growth. (correct)
To improve the texture of the soil.

Why is organic manure considered better than fertilizers?

Organic manure increases the number of friendly microbes in the soil. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the germination of seeds under dry conditions?

Seeds do not germinate under dry conditions. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of using manure in crop production?

The advantages of using manure in crop production include enhancing the water holding capacity of the soil, making the soil porous, increasing the number of friendly microbes, and improving the texture of the soil. Signup and view all the answers

Why is water essential for crop growth?

Water is essential for crop growth as it is absorbed by the plant roots along with minerals and fertilizers. It is necessary for germination of seeds, transportation of nutrients, and protection of crops from frost and hot air currents. Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of supplying water to crops at regular intervals called?

The process of supplying water to crops at regular intervals is called irrigation. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of water do plants contain?

Plants contain nearly 90% water. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of water in maintaining the moisture of the soil?

Water is essential for maintaining the moisture of the soil, which promotes healthy crop growth. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Crop Production and Management

Fertiliser vs Manure

Manure is considered better than fertilisers due to its several advantages
Manure enhances the water holding capacity of the soil
Manure makes the soil porous, allowing for easy exchange of gases
Manure increases the number of friendly microbes in the soil
Manure improves the texture of the soil

Importance of Irrigation

Water is essential for the proper growth and development of plants
Plants absorb water along with minerals and fertilisers through their roots
Plants contain nearly 90% water
Water is necessary for germination of seeds, which does not take place under dry conditions
Nutrients dissolved in water are transported to each part of the plant
Water protects crops from frost and hot air currents

Irrigation Management

Regular watering of fields is necessary to maintain soil moisture for healthy crop growth
The supply of water to crops at regular intervals is called irrigation

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Test your knowledge on crop production and management, including the differences between fertilizers and manure, the advantages of using manure, and the importance of irrigation.