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Which of the following compounds is commonly known as 'blue vitriol' and is extensively used in agriculture as a fungicide?
A. Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate
B. Copper sulfate pentahydrate✓ Correct Answer
C. Zinc sulfate heptahydrate
D. Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate
💡 Solution & Explanation
Copper sulfate pentahydrate is commonly referred to as blue vitriol and is widely utilized in agriculture and horticulture as an effective fungicide and algaecide. Other hydrated sulfates like ferrous sulfate or zinc sulfate possess distinct common names and industrial applications.
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