Read the statements given below.

(i) seeds require moisture for germination


(ii) plants can absorb nutrients mostly in dissolved form


(iii) irrigation protects crops from both frost and hot air currents


(iv) irrigation improves soil texture


Choose the combination of statements which indicate the need to irrigate crops.

Irrigation is necessary because water is required for germination of seeds, it protects crops from hot and frost air currents, mainly plants absorbs nutrients in dissolved form. So water is necessary.

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