Question

Explain how fertilisers are different from manure.

Answer 1

Hi there !!

Manures :

<> It is an organic matter , which consists of animal waste , farm waste etc..

<> IT contains less amount of nutrients as compared to fertilizers

<> Manure is not costly

<> Manure does not destroy the crops or the soil.
In other words , it does not pave the way for pollution


<> Manures are usually bulky and are not easy to handle.

<> Manures are required in huge quantity

<> Manures are home made



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Fertilizers :-

<> Fertilizers are inorganic chemical substances.

<> It contains more amount of nutrients

<>Fertilizers are costly

<>Fertilizers destroy the soil and pave the way for pollution.

<>Fertilizers are not bulky and are easy to transport

<> Fertilizers are required in less quantity only.

<>It is prepared in factories

Answer 2

Fertiliser:-

1. A fertiliser is an organic salt.

2. A fertiliser doesn't provide humus to the soil.

3. They are prepared in factories.

4. They are very rich in nutrients like nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus.



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Manure :- 

1. Manure is an natural substance prepared by the decomposition of cow dung and plant residues.

2. they provide lots of humus to the soil

3. they are prepared in fields.

4. They are less rich in nutrients.