Inherent capacity of soil to supply nutrients in balanced amount is called
A. Soil Fertility
B. Soil Productivity
C. Fertility Index
D. Productivity Index
Answer: Option A
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Soil fertility is the inherent capacity of the soil to supply nutrients in a balanced amount to the crops. As per the agronomist, there are 17 essential nutrients required by the plants for optimum growth and development. And if any nutrient is missing or lacking, it can be provided by the application of fertilizers to the soil to achieve optimum productivity.Related Questions on Agronomy
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A. D. J. Nicholas
B. Arnon and Stout
C. J. S. Kanwar
D. M. S. Swaminathan
A. Manganese
B. Boron
C. Zinc
D. Iron
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