The diagram below shows a silo. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow

The diagram below shows a silo. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow

a)    Identify the type of silo shown on the diagram.                           (1mark)
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b) State the use of the part labeled M and N                              (2marks)
M …………………………………………………………………………………………………….
N  …………………………………………………………………………………………………….
c) Give two ways of ensuring that anaerobic conditions are achieved during silage making process.                                          (2marks)
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a).  Trench silo                                                         1×1=1mark
-M prevents entry of water into the silage                                             1×1=1mark
-N   drains away water                                             1×1=1mark
c).  Fast filling of silo
       Proper compaction
       Sealing with polythene paper & soil                                   2×1=2marks

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