Q929
The number 32 in 12-32-16 represents
A.
Granull size
B.
P2O5 content
AnswerC.
Licence number
D.
All of these
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The number 32 in 12-32-16 represents P2O5 content. This number represents the proportion of nutrients in complex fertilizer NPK which means Nitrogen is 12%, Phosphorous is 32% and potassium is 16%.NPK should be applied to the soil considering important factors such as placement, proportion and time of crop cycle.