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Uses of Constituents of Air

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Which component of air is essential for fertilisers?

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Oxygen

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Argon

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Nitrogen

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Carbon dioxide

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Solution

The correct option is C
Nitrogen

Nitrogen gas, which is a major component of air is essential for fertilizers. Fertilisers are super helpful to maintain soil fertility and ensure good crop yields. Nitrogen and hydrogen are combined under conditions of high pressure and temperature to form ammonia. Urea is the most common nitrogen fertiliser.

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