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Which chemical compound is used to reduc...

Which chemical compound is used to reduce the acidity of the soil ?

A

Calcium hydroxide

B

Ammonium sulphate

C

Ammonium nitrate

D

Ammonium chloride

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The correct Answer is:
A
`Ca(OH)_(2)` is a strong base.
Whereas ammonium sulphate, ammonium nitrate, ammonium chloride are all acidic salts in nature.
Hence to neutralize acidic soil, calcium hydroxide is used.
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