Agricultural Science

A moistened soil sample which can be moulded to form a smooth continuous ring is characteristic of?

A. sandy clay B. heavy clay C. loamy sand D. clay loam E. heavy loam Correct Answer: Option B -…

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In which of the following ways are metamorphic rocks formed?

A. By physical disintegration of igneous rocks B. by alternative layering of particles of sedimentary and igneous rocks C. by…

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The type of crop planted and the livestock raised in any given area depends primarily on the?

A. type of climate B. physical factors C. biotic factors D. socio-economic factors E. edaphic factors Correct Answer: Option A…

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Land is considered to be an essential factor in agricultural production because?

A. it is most abundant B. it is important for development C. crop, fisheries and livestock production are practiced on…

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Which of the following factors may be considered in adopting a particular method of irrigation?

A. topography of the land B. characteristics of the soil C. type of farming system D. type of crops to…

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Prolonged application of ammonium sulphate fertilizer on a given soil can lead to the?

A. decay of tuber and root crops B. increase in beneficial soil micro-organisms C. increase in soil acidity D. damage…

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Coal is an example of?

A. igneous rock B. metamorphic rock C. plutonic rock D. volcanic rock E. sedimentary rock Correct Answer: Option E -…

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The response of crops to day-length is referred to as?

A. photoperiodism B. photosynthesis C. photogenesis D. venalization E. volatilisation Correct Answer: Option A - photoperiodism

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Agricultural production in West Africa can be improved by the following except?

A. ability of farmers to purchase modern farm implements B. expansive irrigation of farmlands C. adoption and proper application of…

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