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Agriculture · Q498

Soil Science

Graduate and Post Graduate · Agriculture · question 498

Q498

Single super phosphate has chemical composition

A.
(NH4)2HOP4
B.
3 Ca (H2PO4)2
C.
Ca (H2PO4)2
Answer
D.
None of these

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
SSP (single super phosphate), a multi nutrient fertilizer containing Phosphorus (14.5%), Sulphur (11%) and calcium (21%).
The chemical formula of SSP is Ca(H2PO4)2. It is applied as a basal fertilizer with other chemicals and organic fertilizers. It has a tremendous impact on plant growth and also assists in maintaining soil health and protection against pests and diseases.