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Which among the following is are potential applications of Calcium nitrate As baking soda Agricultur...........

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    Which among the following is/are potential applications of Calcium nitrate?

    1. As baking soda
    2. Agricultural fertilizer
    3. Waste water treatment

    Select the correct code.

    1&2 only

    Incorrect Answer

    2&3 only

    Correct Answer

    1&3 only

    Incorrect Answer

    All of the above

    Incorrect Answer
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    Explanation:
    • Calcium nitrate also known as Norwegian saltpeter is mainly produced as a fertilizer, used for plant nutrition purposes, and for wastewater treatment. It is a source of both calcium and nitrogen, for plants.
    • ‘Calcium Nitrate’ & ‘Boronated Calcium Nitrate’ is now being manufactured for the first time in India by Gujrat State Fertilizers and Chemicals -GSFC India Ltd. GSFC launched these two products in the retail market for the first time from Solan in Himachal Pradesh and Bhavnagar in Gujarat.
    • Sodium bicarbonate is commonly known as baking soda.

    Hence only statements 2&3 are correct.

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