Q. Which of the following places of the world is known for ‘Guano’, a uniquely-produced natural fertilizer which has a high concentration of nitrates?
Answer: Coastal headlands and Islands of Peru
Notes: The word “guano” originates from the Quichua language of the Andes and means “the droppings of sea birds”. Andean peoples collected guano from the coast of Peru for use as soil enricher.

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