In an experiment determine the percentage of organic matter in a soil sample, the following data was collected; weight of over-dried soil before burning = 50g

Weight of over-dried soil after burning = 28g. Use the information to answer this question.

 

Determine the percentage of organic matter in the soil 

A.

22%

B.

44%

C.

56%

D.

60%

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.