Define soil, state its components, define weathering, name rock types, and define/state the importance of Marketing Boards.

5. (a) (i) Define soil.
Soil is the uppermost layer of the Earth's crust, consisting of a mixture of organic matter, minerals, gases, liquids, and organisms that together support plant life.

5. (a) (ii) State three components of soil.
I. Mineral matter
II. Organic matter
III. Water (or Air)

5. (b) What is weathering?
Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks, soil, and minerals through contact with the Earth's atmosphere, water, and biological organisms.

5. (c) Name three types of rock.
I. Igneous rocks
II. Sedimentary rocks
III. Metamorphic rocks

6. (a) (i) Define Marketing Board.
A Marketing Board is a statutory body established by the government to regulate the marketing of specific agricultural products, often aiming to stabilize prices, ensure quality, and promote the interests of producers.

6. (a) (ii) State three importance of Marketing Board.
I. Price stabilization for farmers, ensuring fair and consistent returns.
II. Quality control and standardization of agricultural produce, benefiting both producers and consumers.
III. Market access and promotion for agricultural products, helping farmers reach wider markets.