Question

Who is the inventor of the seed drill?
A. A. C. Howard
B. Jethro Tull
C. R. M. Hoe
D. None of the above

Answer 1

Hint: Seed drill is a device that helps in the sowing of seeds in the soil and burying them into a certain depth in the soil. In short seed drill has a great contribution to agriculture.

Complete answer: Jethro Tull is the first person who designed and invented the seed drill.
1. The drills convey air to the seed by plowing the soil. Harrowing is also done.
2. The plough digs the soil of the agriculture field and the harrow helps to smoothen the soil and break the clumps present in the soil of the field.
3. It helps to sow seeds at a particular depth.
4. It helps a plant to grow its root into the depth of the soil to absorb more water and
nutrients – which help in the increment of the productivity and the nutrient value
of the plant. It helps in weed control.
5. The seed drill can be pulled by tractor or bullocks.

So, the correct answer is option B. Jethro Tull.

Note: A sees drill comprises of a hopper that is filled with seed.
Seeds are arranged above a series of test tubes which is set at a selected distance to allow the growth of the plants.