Question

Differentiate between manure and fertilisers.
6 points fast...

Answer 1

MANURE

1) It is prepared naturally by using plant and animal wastes.
2) It is not nutrient specific.
3) It adds humus to soil with organic matter.
4) It is bulky and voluminous, hence difficult to transfer and store.
5) It is cost effective, it can be prepared right in the fields.
6) Manure is environment-friendly.

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FERTILIZER

1) It is prepared synthetically using chemicals.
2) It is nutrient specific.
3) It doesn't add humus to soil.
4) It is light and compact,hence easy to transport and store.
5) It is expensive and is prepared in industries.
6) Excessive use of fertilizers causes soil and water pollution.

Answer 2

MANURE
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1)it is obtained by the decaying of organic matter

2)it will not damage our environment

3)manure when added in excess wont harm the plants

4)manure is formed naturally even without interference of humans

5)it is rich in humus content

6)it wont contain any harmful chemicals

7)it wont damage water resources

8)not very expensive and at times it can be got free of cost
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FERTILIZERS
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1)it is obtained by the decaying of organic matter

2)it will damage our environment

3)fertilizers when added in excess harms the plants

4)fertilizer is not formed naturally it is manufactured by humans

5)it is not very rich in humus content

6)it contains harmful chemicals

7)it damages water resources when added in excess and if it reaches water resources

8)it is expensive and is not available for free