WAEC Biology 2014 Question 38

Question 38

Conservation of Natural Resources

Which of the following statements is not a reason for banning bush burning? It

  1. A.allows for quick regrowth of grasses.
  2. B.kills soil microorganisms.
  3. C.leaves the soil bare of vegetation.
  4. D.burns off organic soil nutrients.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (allows for quick regrowth of grasses.)

Explanation

Quick regrowth of grass is a supposed benefit of burning, not a reason to ban it; the other options are harms.