COMEDK2013Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
Urea is preferred to ammonium sulphate as a nitrogenous fertiliser because
Options
- Ait is more soluble in water
- Bit is cheaper than ammonium sulphate
- Cit is quite stable
- Dit does not cause acidity in the soil
Correct answer
D. it does not cause acidity in the soil
Step-by-step solution
Urea is preferred to ammonium sulphate as a nitrogenous fertiliser because it does not cause acidity in the soil.