Guano deposits, the excrement of seabirds reptiles and bats are the major source of
A
Phosphorous
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B
Sulphur
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C
Zinc
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D
Nitrogen
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Solution
The correct option is B Phosphorous Guano is the excretory product of the organisms that lives in arid areas like seabirds, seals, or cave-dwelling bats. It is non-toxic, insoluble and excreted in solid form because of water scarcity. As a manure, it is a highly effective fertilizer due to its exceptionally high content of nitrogen, phosphate and potassium which are essential nutrients for plant growth as it increases the humus content of the soil.