Question

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A) : Liming should not be done along with ammoniacal fertilizer applicaton.
Reason (R) : Liming leads to volatilisation loss of ammonia.

In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

• A. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
• B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
• C. (A) is true but (R) is false.
• D. (A) is false but (R) is true.

Hint:

To minimize volatilization losses, apply lime several weeks before applying nitrogen fertilizers to allow the lime to fully react with the soil complex.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A