Triple super phosphate contains

A. 40 - 48% P₂O₅

B. 16 - 20% P₂O₅

C. 60% P₂O₅

D. 25 - 30% P₂O₅

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Triple super phosphate contains 40 - 48% P₂O₅.
Triple superphosphate is a component of fertilizer that primarily consists of monocalcium phosphate, Ca(H₂PO₄)₂. Triple superphosphate is obtained by treating phosphate rock with phosphoric acid.
Triple superphosphates [TSPs, Ca(H₂PO₄)₂·H₂O] were produced by exothermic reactions of oyster shells and different concentrations of phosphoric acid in a molar ratio of 1 : 2.