Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry practice

Paper 3 structured question: Fertilisers

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Fertilisers

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Paper 3Theory (Core)3 marks

Farmers apply NPK fertilisers to enhance the growth of their crops.

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NPK fertilisers improve plant health and increase yields by supplying essential nutrients.

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Explain how each nutrient in NPK fertilisers contributes to plant growth.
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Paper 3Theory (Core)1 marks

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NPK fertilisers contain nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, which are essential for plant growth.

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State the three nutrients provided by NPK fertilisers.
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