Question

The characteristics of ammonium sulphate are:
(A). Ammonium sulphate \([(\text{NH}_4)_2\text{SO_4]\) is a white crystalline and free-flowing fertilizer.
(B). It contains only 20.5% N and classified as low analysis fertilizer and also contains 23.7% S.
(C). It is the best N-fertilizer having least hygroscopicity, indicating that it has excellent physical property.
(D). It is an excellent nitrogenous fertilizer for acid soil.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B) and (D) only.
• B. (A), (B) and (C) only.
• C. (A), (B), (C) and (D).
• D. (B), (C) and (D) only.

Hint:

Ammonium sulphate is a physiologically acid-forming fertilizer. It is highly suitable for alkaline and neutral soils, but is not recommended for acidic soils.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B