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For which of the following problems would growing and maintaining cover crops be an appropriate solution? (3 points)

I. Erosion is thinning the soil on a farm.
II. The organic matter and nutrients in the soil on a farm are being depleted.
III. The soil on a farm is becoming arid due to decreased water-carrying capacity.

A. I and II only
B. I and III only
C. II and III only
D. I, II, and III

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Cover crops are suitable for preventing erosion, evapotranspiration of water from soils, as well as prevent leaching of nutrients. The correct option is D.

Functions of cover crops

Cover crops are grown primarily to protect the soil from the following:

  • water and wind erosion
  • excessive evaporation of water
  • mineralization of nutrients
  • weed and pests.

In addition, some cover crops are able to fix nitrogen into soils and serve as a source of green manure for the soil.

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