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Distinguish between fertilizer and manure. Give suitable examples. What are advantages and disadvantages of using fertilizer?
The differences between fertilizer and manure are given below:
| Fertilizer | Manure |
| 1. Fertilizer is a synthetic compound that can be inorganic or organic. | 1. Manure is a natural compound formed by the decomposition of natural substances. |
| 2. It has a relatively higher concentration of essential nutrients such as phosphorous, nitrogen and potassium. | 2. The concentration of essential nutrients is comparatively lesser in manures. |
| 3. They do not contribute to the formation of humus. | 3. They contribute to the formation of humus. |
| 4. Examples of fertilizers are urea, ammonium nitrate and sulphate of potash. | 4. Some of the examples of manure are vegetable waste and compost. |
The advantages of using fertilizers are:
- High nutrient specificity
- Readily absorbed by the plants
The disadvantages of using fertilizers are:
- Reduction of soil fertility
- Adverse effects on the soil microbes
Updated on: 16-Jan-2023
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