Which one among the following fertilizers is a source of nitrogen? 

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  1. Superphosphate
  2. Potassium sulfate
  3. Bone meal
  4. Urea

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Option 4 : Urea
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CONCEPT:

Nitrogenous Fertilizers

  • Nitrogenous fertilizers are compounds that provide nitrogen to plants. Nitrogen is a crucial nutrient for plant growth as it is a major component of chlorophyll, amino acids, and nucleic acids.
  • Common nitrogenous fertilizers include substances like urea, ammonium sulfate, and ammonium nitrate.

EXPLANATION:

  • Superphosphate is primarily a source of phosphorus (P).
  • Potassium sulfate provides potassium (K) and sulfur (S).
  • Bone meal is rich in phosphorus (P) and calcium (Ca).
  • Urea contains a high percentage of nitrogen (N).
  • Therefore, urea is the fertilizer that serves as a source of nitrogen.

Therefore, the correct answer is Urea.

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