The number 32 in 12-32-16 represents
A. Granull size
B. P2O5 content
C. Licence number
D. All of these
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
The number 32 in 12-32-16 represents P2O5 content. This number represents the proportion of nutrients in complex fertilizer NPK which means Nitrogen is 12%, Phosphorous is 32% and potassium is 16%.NPK should be applied to the soil considering important factors such as placement, proportion and time of crop cycle.
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