Agricultural Science

Slate is derived from?

A. schist B. sandstone C. shale D. gneiss E. quartzite Correct Answer: Option C - shale

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The function of soil micro-organisms include the following except?

A. decomposition of dead plant and animal remains B. recycling of nutrients C. causing plant or animal diseases D. living…

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Which of the following is not an effect of burning on the soil?

A. increasing the organic matter in the soil B. increasing the soil nutrients C. increasing the acidity of the soil…

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Nitrogen is made available to plants in the form of nitrates through the process of?

A. deamination and nitrification B. ammonification and denitrification C. deamination and ammonification D. nitrification and denitrification E. nitrification and ammonification…

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Which of the following environmental factors is likely to have the greatest influence on crop production in Nigeria?

A. temperature B. vegetation C. air movement D. moisture E. pressure Correct Answer: Option D - moisture

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The factor that does not influence land use is?

A. topography B. population pressure C. population graph D. forest establishment E. soil type Correct Answer: Option C - population…

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The cross-section of a segment of soil showing the horizons or layers is known as the soil?

A. structure B. texture C. section D. depth E. profile Correct Answer: Option E - profile

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Which of the following constitutes a direct monetary cash assistance from government to farmers?

A. agricultural development programmes B. extension services C. supply of inputs D. loans E. tractor hiring services Correct Answer: Option…

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Peasant farmers sell almost all their produce immediately after harvesting because?

A. stored produce would be lost to pests B. there are inadequate storage facilities C. stored produce lose their quality…

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