GCE Agricultural Science 1989 Question 7

Question 7

Agricultural Ecology

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

  1. A.Temperature
  2. B.Vegetation
  3. C.Air movement
  4. D.Moisture
  5. E.Pressure.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Moisture)

Explanation

Temperatures are warm all year in Nigeria, so rainfall (moisture) decides what and when crops can be grown.