Nitrogen Loss Due to Soil Erosion
India loses how many million tonnes of nitrogen every year due to soil erosion?
- 0.4 million tonnes
- 0.8 million tonnes — Correct Answer
- 1.8 million tonnes
- 26.3 million tonnes
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
India loses 0.8 million tonnes of nitrogen every year due to soil erosion.
Key Points:
- Phosphorus loss: 1.8 million tonnes.
- Potassium loss: 26.3 million tonnes.
- Total nutrient loss ranges from 5.8 to 8.4 million tonnes per year.
- Soil erosion rate: 5.3 billion tonnes annually.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A: Lower than actual.
- C (1.8): This is phosphorus loss.
- D (26.3): This is potassium loss.
📚 About this Topic — CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
This multiple choice question is from CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT to strengthen your preparation.
