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vicky

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Why is the litter in a chicken house a valuable fertilizer?
 
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Why are lights kept on in a chicken house?
 
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Answer to Question 1

Manure in the litter of a chicken house has a very high concentration of nitrogen and
other elements necessary for plant growth. Therefore, it makes a valuable fertilizer.



Answer to Question 2

Lights are always kept on in a chicken house to prevent cannibalism



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