Question

5. Explain how fertilisers are different from manure.
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Answer 1

Answer:

State the differences between manure and fertilizer.

Manure is an organic substance that is obtained from decomposition of vegetables and animal waste. Fertilizers are inorganic substances manufactured in factories. Manures are relatively less rich in plant nutrients, they only remove general deficiency of soil.

Answer 2

Explanation:

ANSWER

• (i) Manures are organic substances while fertilisers are chemical substances. (ii) Manures are prepared in fields while fertilisers are prepared in factories. (iii) Manures contain all the nutrients while fertilisers are rich in certain nutrients. (iv) Manures provide humus while fertilisers do not provide any humus.