WAEC Agricultural Science 1993 Question 43

Question 43

Fisheries and Aquaculture

Liming of fish pond is carried out in order to

  1. A.increase pH of the water
  2. B.provide more food for fishes
  3. C.provide the soil nutrients for fishes
  4. D.correct both acidity and alkalinity of water
  5. E.maintain the water level of the pond.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (increase pH of the water)

Explanation

Lime neutralises acidity, raising the pH of the pond water.