Question

explain manure and fertiliser ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Fertilizers are very different from manure as follows

Fertilizer:-

1. Fertilizer is a man-made chemical substance which is added to increase productivity and soil fertility

2. They would be prepared in factories.

3. They do not provide humus to the soil.

4. Fertilizers are rich in nutrients.

5. They cause side effects to their organisms

Manure:-

1. Manure is a natural substance made from animal excreta and plant waste, that is added to increase soil fertility.

2. It would be prepared at homes and in agricultural fields.

3. It provides humus to the soil.

4. It is less rich when compared with fertilizers.

5. It does not cause harm to others.

Answer 2

Answer:

Manures are plant and animal wastes that are used as sources of plant nutrients. They release nutrients after their decomposition. ... Major sources of manures are: Cattle shed wastes-dung, urine and slurry from biogas plants. Human habitation wastes-night soil, human urine, town refuse, sewage, sludge and sullage.

Fertilizers are chemical substances supplied to the crops to increase their productivity. These are used by the farmers daily to increase the crop yield. The fertilizers contain the essential nutrients required by the plants, including nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus.