Post-UTME Agricultural Science 2008 Objective — Question 4
Question 4 of 15 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) Agricultural Science 2008 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Although clayey soils are rich in nutrients, they are not good for most agricultural crops because they
- A. do not release their nutrients
- B. are too compact and poorly aeratedCorrect
- C. lose their nutrients too readily after rains
- D. contain too much iron, aluminum and boron
Explanation
Clayey soils are dense and poorly aerated, restricting root growth and drainage.
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