Which symbol on fertilizer labels represents Phosphorus?

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Multiple Choice

Which symbol on fertilizer labels represents Phosphorus?

Explanation:
Phosphorus is shown by the symbol P on fertilizer labels. In the common N-P-K labeling, fertilizers list three components: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). Phosphorus corresponds to the middle part and is represented by P, not N, K, or S. (Historically, phosphorus content may be described as P2O5, but the symbol used on the label is P.)

Phosphorus is shown by the symbol P on fertilizer labels. In the common N-P-K labeling, fertilizers list three components: nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). Phosphorus corresponds to the middle part and is represented by P, not N, K, or S. (Historically, phosphorus content may be described as P2O5, but the symbol used on the label is P.)

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