Question

Fallen leaves from trees are useful because they:

Questions 41-48 Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow: - Garbage is a great environmental hazard. It comes from various sources used paper, tiffin packings, plastic bags, ice- cream wrappers, bottle caps, fallen leaves from trees and many more. Garbage makes the premises ugly, unkempt and breeds diseases. A lot of trash that is thrown away contain materials that can be recycled and reused such as paper, metals and glass which can be sent to the nearest recycling centre or disposed of to the junk dealer. Garbage also contains organic matter such as leaves which can enrich soil fertility. A compost pit can be made at a convenient location where the refuse can be placed with layers of soil and an occasional sprinkling of water. This would help decomposition to make valuable fertilizer. This would also prevent pollution that is usually caused by burning such organic waste.

• A. add to the trash in garbage
• B. enrich water quality
• C. enrich soil fertility
• D. beautify landscape

Answer 1

Answer:

C. enrich soil fertility

Yes, fallen leaves from trees are indeed beneficial for enriching soil fertility. As they decompose, they break down into organic matter that adds essential nutrients, such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, to the soil. This process helps improve soil structure, increases its water retention capacity, and promotes the growth of beneficial microorganisms, all of which enhance soil health.

Additionally, the decaying leaves provide mulch that helps suppress weeds and regulate soil temperature. Over time, this natural cycle of leaf fall and decomposition is a key component of a healthy ecosystem.