Question

Given below are two statements
Statement I: Vermiculite is heat expanded mica which is main ingredients in rooting medium.
Statement II: Perlite is heavy rock material and easily sedimented during mixing in growing medium.
In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

• A. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
• B. Both Statement I and Statement II are false
• C. Statement I is true but Statement II is false
• D. Statement I is false but Statement II is true

Hint:

Both Vermiculite and Perlite are extremely lightweight, sterile, heat-expanded mineral substrates. Vermiculite excels at water retention, while Perlite is used to improve aeration and drainage. Neither is heavy or prone to sedimentation.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C