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.

2,286.

By which of the following ways is the agricultural production in Nigeria affected by topography

A.

Lowering of crop quality

B.

Determining the manure requirement of a farm

C.

Lowering the leve of production

D.

Increasing the pest incidence on crops

E.

Influencing the area of land, actually available for agriculture

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,287.

Which of the following factors is not considered in the use of irrigation?

A.

Weed seed distribution over the farm

B.

Cost of maintenance

C.

Availability of water

D.

Build up of pests and diseases

E.

Prevention of salt accumulation through adequate drainage

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,288.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using organic manure on the soil?

A.

Spreading of pests and diseases

B.

Reducing the rate of evaporation from soil surfaces

C.

Improving the nitrogen content of soil

D.

Increasing the humus content of soil

E.

Preventing erosion and leaching

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,289.

Which of the following nutrient element is a macro-nutrient?

A.

Phosphorus

B.

Zinc

C.

Iron

D.

Manganese

E.

Boron

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2,290.

The major factor influencing the physical or mechanical breakdown of rocks into finer particles include the following except

A.

Man

B.

Animal

C.

Wind

D.

Water

E.

Solution

Correct answer is E

No explanation has been provided for this answer.