Question

    Which of the element is found in abundant quantity after ashing of tobacco leaf:

    A Potassium Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Boron Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Zinc Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Copper Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Tobacco leaves, like many other plant tissues, contain a significant amount of potassium. When the leaf is burned or ashed, the organic components are incinerated, leaving behind the inorganic minerals, including potassium.

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