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Mashcka [7]
3 years ago
5

Evaluate the pros and cons of using an NPK fertilizer, a natural compost, and lime on a field with substantial amounts of clay a

nd humus and with a low pH of 3, which is to be planted with a legume crop.
Biology
1 answer:
patriot [66]3 years ago
7 0

Answer:

Leaching of nutrients occur.

Explanation:

NPK fertilizers are applied to the field all over the world because it has a good effect on the growth and development of plants but it has also some environmental effects such as leaching which pollutes water bodies whereas natural compost is good for the plants as well as for the soil organisms but its breakdown is very slow and it is not readily available to the plants. Lime is also very good for the soil having low pH because lime is basic in nature and it increases the pH of the soil.

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