Nutrient Cycle (Nitrogen, Carbon And Water Cycle): Meaning And Importance Of The Types Of Nutrient Cycles

Agricultural Science Table Of Content Meaning Of Nutrient Cycles Meaning Of Nitrogen Cycles Importance Of Nitrogen Cycle Meaning Of Carbon Cycle Importance Of Carbon Cycle Meaning Of Water Cycle Importance Of Water To Crops Nutrient Cycles Nutrient cycles refer to the circulation of certain nutrients like nitrogen, carbon and water in nature. 1. Nitrogen Cycle … Read more

Local Biotic Communities Or Biomes In Nigeria

Biology The local biotic communities in Nigeria can be grouped into two major zones. These are: 1. Forest Zone 2. Savanna Zone 1. Forest Zone: The forest zone is made up of vegetation having mainly trees and consist of the following local biotic communities: i. Mangrove swamp forest (salt and fresh water swamp). ii. Tropical … Read more

Plant Nutrients (Macro And Micro-Nutrient): Functions And Deficiency Symptoms Of Plant Nutrients

Plant Nutrients

Agricultural Science Plants require nutrients or elements obtained from the soil for good growth and healthy development. These elements or nutrients are classified into two main groups.   Plant Nutrients 1. Macro Nutrients Macro nutrients are mineral elements or nutrients required by crops in large quantities. Examples of macro-nutrients are nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, calcium … Read more

Meaning Of Industrialization: Types Of Industry

Economics Table Of Contents Meaning Of Industry Types Of Industry Meaning Of Industry: Industry has two meaning: 1. Generally speaking, It refers to any commercial activity that provides goods and services. Examples are: The Advertising, Hotels, Tourism and The Entertainment Industries. 2. Economically Speaking, It is the collection of individuals firm producing similar commodities. Examples … Read more

Food Production And Storage: Classification, Types And Methods

Biology Table Of Contents Roles Of Government In Agricultural Production Environmental Factors Required For Food Production Ways Of Improving Crop Production Causes Of Food Wastage Methods Of Preserving And Storing Food Food Production And Storage Food production can be discussed in three major ways. These include: 1. Role of government in agricultural production. 2. Environmental … Read more

Ecological Factors: Meaning And Classification Of Ecological Factors

Biology Table Of Contents Meaning Of Ecological Factors Categories Of Ecological Factors Meaning Of Ecological Factors Ecological factors are those factors in the environment that can influence living organisms or cause changes in any habitat, be it aquatic or terrestrial Categories Of Classification Of Ecological Factors Ecological factors are grouped into two categories: Biotic Factors … Read more

Farm Machinery And Implements: Description, Functions/Uses, Repairs And Maintenance

Agricultural Science Farm Machinery And Implements Farm machinery includes various types of machines and implements used in the farm. These include tractors, ploughs, harrows, cultivators, ridgers, planters, harvesters, shellers, dryers, sprayers, incubators. The most important implement or machine in the farm, which is used for operating many farm implements is the tractor. Examples of farm … Read more

Meaning Of Ecology And Ecological Concepts (Components Of The Ecosystem And Their Interactions)

Biology Topic: Basic Ecological System Table Of Contents Meaning Of Ecology Ecological Concepts Components Of An Ecosystem Interactions Among The Components Of Ecosystem Meaning Of Ecology The word, ecology can simply be defined as the study of plants and animals in relation to their environment. Ecology is derived from a Greek word Oikos which means … Read more

Population Growth And Food Supply (Factors Affecting Population Growth And Availability Of Food)

Biology Table Of Contents Population Growth And Food Supply Factors Affecting Population Growth Problems Associated With Human Over Population Factors Affecting The Availability Of Food Population Growth And Food Supply The world population has been growing at an alarming rate for several years now. As at 1983, the world population was put at 4.5 billion … Read more