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Urea as a fertilizer contains:____________?

Correct answer: C. 46% N

  • A. 57% N
  • B. 73% N
  • C. 46% N
  • D. 53% N

Explanation

Urea is CO(NH2)2, with molar mass 12 + 16 + 2(14) + 4(1) = 60 g mol^-1. Nitrogen contributes 28 g mol^-1, so percentage nitrogen = (28 g mol^-1 / 60 g mol^-1) x 100 = 46.7%, reported commercially as 46% N. Students often choose 57% by using an incorrect molar mass or nitrogen percentage.

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