Civil Services Examination · வினா 80
What is the use of biochar in farming? 1. Biochar can be used as a part of the growing medium in vertical farming. 2. When biochar is a part of the growing medium, it promotes the growth of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms. 3. When biochar is a part of the growing medium, it enables the growing medium to retain water for longer time. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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விடை: (D) 1, 2 and 3
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Biochar is a porous charcoal used in soil-less/vertical farming media; it improves water retention and supports beneficial microbes including nitrogen fixers.