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Which fertilizer has risk of fire or even explosion

A. Aqua NH3

B. Ammonium nitrate

C. Potassium nitrate

D. Ammonium chloride

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Ammonium nitrate is a fertilizer that has a risk of fire or even explosion. It exploded abroad on a ship docked near Texas City, Texas in 1947.
It can explode on its own if its temperature is raised to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, as it belongs to a chemical class known as oxidizers.

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