Question

    Which chemical is commonly used for delinting cotton

    seeds before sowing?
    A Sodium chloride Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Sulfuric acid Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Potassium nitrate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Urea Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Cotton seeds are delinted using sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) to remove fuzz and improve seed handling and germination.

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