K release is more from
A. Biotite
B. Hornblende
C. Muscovite
D. Phlogophite
Answer: Option D
Solution(By Examveda Team)
K release is more from Phlogophite. It is well known that non-exchangeable K release can greatly influence soil fertility.Phlogophite is a yellow, greenish, or reddish brown member of the mica family of phyllosilicates. It is also known as magnesium mica with a chemical formula KMg3AlSi3O10(F, OH)2.
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