Q640
Potassic fertiliser containing maximum quantity of potash is
A.
Muriate of potash
AnswerB.
Potassium nitrate
C.
Sulphate of potash
D.
None of these
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Potassium fertilizer containing the maximum quantity of potash is Muriate of potash.It usually contains 60% K2O. It is the most common source of potash for farm use and is also the main potash ingredient for compound fertilizers containing potassium.
MOP (Muriate of Potash) is a red-white crystal, completely soluble in water and therefore readily available to the crops.