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Enumerate the advantages of vermicompost over chemical fertiliser. - Science

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Enumerate the advantages of vermicompost over chemical fertiliser.

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  1. It is a rich source of nutrients essential for plant growth. It makes the soil fertile.
  2. It improves soil structure, texture, aeration and water holding capacity and helps to prevent soil erosion.
  3. It contains valuable vitamins, enzymes and growth regulator substances for increasing growth, vigour and yield of plants.
  4. It enhances decomposition of organic matter in soil.
  5. Vermicompost is free from pathogens and toxic elements.
  6. Vermicompost is rich in beneficial microflora.
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Chapter 23: Economic Biology - Exercise [Page 288]

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Samacheer Kalvi Science [English] Class 9 TN Board
Chapter 23 Economic Biology
Exercise | Q VI. 4. | Page 288
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