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QJEEAdv08Chdbd1: JEE Advanced 2008 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEAdv08Chdbd1 Solution: Among the following, the correct statement is:

Among the following, the correct statement is:

Multiple Choice Options

  • A Phosphates have no biological significance in humans.
  • B Between nitrates and phosphates, phosphates are less abundant in earth's crust.
  • C Between nitrates and phosphates, nitrates are less abundant in earth's crust.
  • D Oxidation of nitrates is possible in soil.

Step-by-Step Verified Solution

Due to greater solubility and nature to be prone to microbial action, nitrates are less abundant in earth's crust. Nitrates are soluble. In nitrates, nitrogen has maximum oxidation state and cannot be further oxidised.

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