Agricultural Science questions and answers

Agricultural Science Questions and Answers

A comprehensive list of Agricultural science questions with answers to help you prepare for JAMB, WAEC, NECO, Post UTME exams.

761.

Which of the following conditions is a characteristic of a poorly drained soil?

A.

Presence of a large number of termites

B.

Presence of high amount of humus

C.

Decrease in the activities of micro organisms

D.

High soil fertility and productivity

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

762.

Irrigation can be described as the

A.

Reduction of soil water

B.

Spraying of minerals on plants

C.

Application of dissolved fertilizers to the soil

D.

Application of water to the soil

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

763.

In the carbon cycle, carbon dioxide in the air may be replenished by

A.

Respiration

B.

Transpiration

C.

Lighting

D.

Denitrification

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

764.

Lost soil nutrients can be replenished by the following methods except

A.

Organic manuring

B.

Fertilizer application

C.

Continuous grazing

D.

Cover cropping

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

765.

Which of the following statement is a disadvantages of decaying organic matter in soils?

A.

Bacterial and fungal growth is enhanced

B.

Minerals in organic matter are released into the soil

C.

Physical condition of soil is enhanced

D.

Water-holding capacity of soil is improved

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.