Independent Assessment 2 A. Filling the Blanks. Direction: Fill in the appropriate word/words. Choose the word below. 1.( )is the most important source of plant nutrients, contributing to the 2.( )of soil.3. ( ) materials sustain healthy plant growth by providing their food and inducing its 4.( )activities. In times of natural calamities applying organic fertilizers enhances the water-holding capacity of the soil thus,preventing5.( ).6.( ) comes from animal waste such as livestock (big animals) and poultry (chicken) waste while 7.( )comes from decayed plants.8( )comes from decayed matters from plants and animals mixed with soil.