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Agriculture · Q453

Soil Science

Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 453

Q453

Muriate of potash contains

A.
50% K2O
B.
40% K2O
C.
60% K2O
Answer
D.
75% K2O

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Muriate of potash (MOP) is a red-white crystal containing 60% K2O. it is completely soluble in water and readily available to the crops.
Potassium stimulates the growth of strong stems and gives the plant some disease resistance by promoting the thickness of the outer cell.