SO4 Pelletized Gypsum - Product Characteristics

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Explore the essential characteristics and applications of SO4 Pelletized Gypsum in agriculture with this quiz. Gain a deeper understanding of its benefits, nutrient analysis, and optimal application strategies.

Discover the impact of SO4 Pelletized Gypsum on crop yields.
Learn about its role in soil amendment.
Compare it with other sulfur sources available in the market.

14 Questions4 MinutesCreated by GrowingSoil257

What is the chemical formula of the raw material for SO4 pelletized gypsum?

Calcium sulfate (CaSO4)

Calcium nitrate (CaNO3)

Magnesium sulfate (MgSO4)

Calcium carbonate (CaCO3)

What is the guaranteed nutrient analysis for SO4 Pelletized Gypsum?

33% Ca, 13% S

21% Ca, 17% S

23% Ca, 18% S

15% N, 22% P, 15% K

What are the predominant uses for SO4 Pelletized Gypsum in agriculture? List each and expand on its usage with respect to soil/crop conditions.

What is the company-wide average yield increase from SO4 Pelletized Gypsum when applied to corn?

300 bu/A

10.2 bu/A

4.4 bu/A

15.4 bu/A

By what mechanism does elemental sulfur acidify the soil?

Oxidation from elemental to the sulfate-sulfur form

Ammonium to nitrate conversion

Transformation of phosphorous

Sulfuric acid

By what mechanism does ammonium sulfate acidify the soil?

Reduction of sulfate to the elemental form of sulfur.

Leaching of sulfate

Conversion of ammonium to nitrate

Burning down of corn stalks

How can SO4 Pelletized Gypsum help to amend soil? What types of scenarios would potentially benefit from this type of SO4 Pelletized Gypsum applications?

What factors should be considered when determining an application rate and time for SO4 Pelletized Gypsum?

Generally speaking, what would be the average application rate for SO4 Pelletized Gypsum on corn?

150 lb/A (25 units S/A)

300 lbs/A (34 units S/A)

20 lb/A (3.4 units S/A)

2000 lbs/A (340 units S/A)

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