Summary
Sample of 18% superphosphate prepared by the Mt. Lyell Co. Chemical works, Yarraville, Victoria, about 1918. For use as agricultural fertilizer.
Physical Description
Sample in glass jar with glass stopper. Chemical analysis: phosphoric acid- water soluble 17.0%, citrate soluble 0.5%, citrate insoluble 0.5%, total 18.0%.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from W. D. Wilson, 16 Apr 1918
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Manufacturer
Chemical Works, Mount Lyell Mining & Railway Co Ltd, Yarraville, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1918
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Classification
Agriculture & rural life, Crop management - seeding & fertilising, Fertilisers
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Type of item
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Dimensions
190 mm (Height), 90 mm (Outside Diameter)
Measurement From Conservation.
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