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.