Which of the following acids is commonly used for manufacturing fertilizer?

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The formula given in option B represents nitric acid (HNO3), which is commonly used in the production of fertilizers, especially ammonium nitrate. Option A (HCl) is commonly used in the production of hydrochloric acid and other chlorine-containing compounds, but not in fertilizers. Option C (HF) is used in the production of fluorine-containing compounds, but not in fertilizers. Option D (HBr) is used in the production of bromine-containing compounds, but not in fertilizers.

Which of the Following Acids Is Commonly Used for Manufacturing