GyanGramWhat can be the impact of excessive/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture? 1. The proli…
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What can be the impact of excessive/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture?
1. The proliferation of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms in the soil can occur.
2. Increase in the acidity of soil can take place
3. Leaching of nitrate to the ground-water can occur.
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• Correct Answer: C
• Excess N-fertilizers acidify soil (nitrification releases H⁺ ions) and cause nitrate leaching into groundwater.
• They harm soil microbes and inhibit natural nitrogen fixation, not promote it.
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