Question

Which fertilizer is mostly consumed in India?

• A. Nitrogen
• B. Phosphorus
• C. Potash
• D. All are used in equal ratio

Answer 1

The correct option is A Nitrogen

• A fertilizer is a natural or synthetic material that is supplied to plant or soil to provide one or more essential nutrients to plant.
  
• Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for plant growth, development and reproduction. Despite nitrogen being the abundant element on earth, its deficiency is seen in plants. To avoid this nutrient deficiency nitrogen fertilizers are added to the soil.
  
• It is fertilizer that is consumed most in India.