Q954
Sulphur content in ammonium sulphate is
A.
30%
B.
10%
C.
24%
AnswerD.
None of these
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
Ammonium sulphate is an inorganic salt obtained by the reaction of sulphuric acid with two equivalents of ammonia.It is widely used as a fertilizer for alkaline soils. In the soil the ammonium ion is released and forms a small amount of acid, lowering the pH balance of the soil, while contributing essential nitrogen for plant growth.
It contains 21% of nitrogen and 24% of Sulphur.