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WAEC Agricultural Science 1997 Question 12

Question 12

Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition

Which of the following is not a function of organic matter in the soil?

  1. A.Conserving soil water
  2. B.Preventing soil erosion
  3. C.Preventing leaching in soils
  4. D.Inhibiting seed germination
  5. E.Stabilising the structure of the soil.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Inhibiting seed germination)

Explanation

Organic matter helps soils; it does not stop seeds germinating.