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Question
Distinguish between fertilizer and manure. Give suitable examples.
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Solution
| Manure | Fertiliser |
| It is a natural substance obtained by decomposition of animal wastes and plant residues. | It is a man-made substance, generally an inorganic salt or organic compound. |
| It has a low nutrient content. | It has a high nutrient content. |
| It is rich in organic matter and adds humus to the soil. | It is rich in inorganic matter and does not contain humus. |
| It is not soluble in water and hence is absorbed slowly by the plants. | It is soluble in water and is readily absorbed by the plants. |
| It is cheaper. | It is expensive. |
| Examples: Compost, farmyard manure, green manure, vermicompost. | Examples: Urea, ammonium sulphate, superphosphate, NPK fertiliser. |
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