Q. What are the essential components used in the production of Nitrolim, a fertilizer extensively used in the past?
Answer: Calcium Carbide and Nitrogen
Notes: Nitrolim is a type of fertilizer that was widely used in the past. The main components of Nitrolim are calcium carbide and nitrogen. Calcium carbide reacts with nitrogen to form calcium cyanamide, which is an active ingredient in Nitrolim. This fertilizer is significant as it helps in fixing nitrogen in the soil thereby promoting plant growth.

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