Vermicomposting
Vermicomposting: Overview
This topic covers concepts, such as, Vermicomposting, Method of Vermicomposting, Use of Redworms in Vermicomposting, Importance of Gizzard of Redworms during Vermicomposting, Precautions during Vermicomposting & Uses of Vermicompost etc.
Important Questions on Vermicomposting
What are the advantages of vermicompost over other fertilizers.

Name the organism used in the preparation of vermicompost. (Redworms/ Hookworm/ Flatworm)

Vermicomposting increases the fertility and water-resistance of the soil.

Explain any two advantages of vermicomposting?


The process of preparing compost with the help of earthworms is called as

_____ is the method of making compost from the kitchen garbage by using redworms.

_____ is a type of earthworm used for the method of vermicomposting.


Vermi composting is a form of waste management for non-biodegradable wastes.

Name a type of composting in which earthworms are added to the wastes

What is the name of the organism that is used in vermicomposting? (Whipworm/Earthworm/Hookworm)

What do you understand by vermicomposting?

Earthworm helps to make the soil fertile.

A material to be avoided in vermicomposting _____. (leaves/milk products)
