Which of the following is a potassic fertilizer? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a potassic fertilizer?
A. Superphosphate
B. Urea
C. Muriate of potash
D. DAP
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Muriate of potash (MOP) is KCl, providing potassium. Urea is nitrogenous; DAP provides N and P; superphosphate provides phosphorus. Potassic fertilizers improve plant disease resistance.

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