Effects of Misapplication of Inorganic Chemical Fertilizers on the Environment

• Destruction of soil structure

• Pollution of water bodies by chemicals that might leak from soil into nearby water sources.

• Soil acidity may be increased

• Chemical fertilizers soften plant tissues and make them susceptible to diseases and pests.

• They may release greenhouse gases such as methane, ammonia etc into the atmosphere thereby polluting the air and contributing to greenhouse effects