WAEC Agricultural Science 1995 Question 14

Question 14

Farming Systems

Crop rotation has the following effects on the soil except

  1. A.maintenance of soil fertility
  2. B.reducing concentration of soil pests
  3. C.improving soil structure
  4. D.reducing soil erosion
  5. E.predisposing soil to leaching.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (predisposing soil to leaching.)

Explanation

Rotation keeps soil covered and fertile; it does not cause leaching.