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    Di-ammonium phosphate contains:

    A.

    Nitrogen (18%) and Phosphorus (46%)

    B.

    Nitrogen (46%) and Phosphorus (18%)

    C.

    Nitrogen (46%) only

    D.

    Phosphorus (46%) only

    Correct option is A

    The correct answer is (A) Nitrogen (18%) and Phosphorus (46%)

    Explanation:
    • DAP (Di-ammonium phosphate) is the world's most widely used phosphorus fertilizer.
    • It is a complex fertilizer containing two primary nutrients: Nitrogen (N) and Phosphorus (P).
    • The standard grade of DAP contains 18% Nitrogen and 46% Phosphorus ($P_2O_5$).
    • The Nitrogen in DAP is in the ammoniacal form, and the Phosphorus is almost entirely water-soluble.

    Information Booster:
    Urea: Contains 46% Nitrogen (Option B and C confuse these numbers).
    SSP (Single Super Phosphate): Contains 16% $P_2O_5$.
    MOP (Muriate of Potash): Contains 60% $K_2O$.

    Additional Knowledge:
    • Because DAP contains both N and P, it is highly efficient for basal application at the time of sowing. However, it should not be mixed with lime or high-calcium fertilizers as it can lead to nitrogen loss.

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