Phosphorus Loss Due to Erosion

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India loses how many million tonnes of phosphorus every year due to soil erosion?

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India loses how many million tonnes of phosphorus every year due to soil erosion?

  1. 0.8 million tonnes
  2. 1.8 million tonnes ✓ Correct
  3. 5.3 million tonnes
  4. 26.3 million tonnes
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

India loses 1.8 million tonnes of phosphorus every year due to soil erosion.

Key Points:
  • Nitrogen loss: 0.8 million tonnes.
  • Potassium loss: 26.3 million tonnes.
  • Total soil erosion: 5.3 billion tonnes annually.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A (0.8): Nitrogen loss.
  • C (5.3): Total erosion in billion tonnes.
  • D (26.3): Potassium loss.

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