Question

list any two advantages and two disadvantages of using chemical fertilizers

Answer 1

advantages are they improve the structure of soil and increase its ability to hold water and help the plants to grow faster disadvantages are microorganisms are required to break down and release nutrients in the soil

Answer 2

Advantages of chemical fertilizers:

• The growth of crops is faster and the benefit through crop yield is more.

• The bags or barrels of chemical fertilizer are less bulky and easier to store.

Disadvantages of chemical fertilizers:

• It pollutes the soil and excessive use of it often leads to acidification of soil.

• It also damages the natural balance of nutrients in the soil.