What can be the impact of the excessive/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture? The proliferation of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms in soil can occur. The increase in the acidity of soil can take place. Leaching of nitrate to the groundwater can occur. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(A) Only 1 and 3
(B) Only 2
(C) Only 2 and 3
(D) 1, 2 and 3
Important Facts
Excessive nitrogen fertilizers can increase soil acidity and cause nitrate leaching into groundwater, but they do not promote the proliferation of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms.
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