Rock phosphate contains
A. 18 - 20% P2O5
B. 20% - 30% P2O5
C. 10 - 15% P2O5
D. 30 - 40% P2O5
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Rock phosphate is also known as Phosphorite and is a non- detrital sedimentary rock that contains high amounts of phosphate minerals. The phosphate content of phosphorite varies between 20% - 30% of phosphorus pentaoxide (P2O5).Rock phosphate contains high amounts of phosphorus and calcium.
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