JAMB Biology 1982 Question 21

Question 21

Soil

Treatment of a poor soil with lime supplies

  1. A.sulphur
  2. B.calcium
  3. C.phosphorus
  4. D.sodium
  5. E.nitrogen
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (calcium)

Explanation

Lime is calcium oxide or calcium carbonate; it adds calcium and reduces soil acidity.