I need the definition of fosfates and examples
2006-11-08 12:07:30 · 5 answers · asked by Brian L 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
Could you mean Phosphates (PO4). They are one of the big 3 nutrients used to stimulate plant growth. Fertilizers have Nitrates, Phosphates, and potassium. Phosphates show up in sewage treatment plant discharges and are a contributor to pollution and eutrification (fast plant growth and water body degradation/low oxygen.) A lot of phosphates come from laundry detergent, too.
2006-11-08 12:16:32 · answer #1 · answered by lil'oleJewler 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spelled Phosphates...depends on what type. Many are used as preservatives in foods (sodium phosphate, etc)
2006-11-08 20:15:52 · answer #2 · answered by ba374 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Phosphates = natural product that is mined used in fertilizers
2006-11-08 20:11:38 · answer #3 · answered by Fergie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brian, you'll have a lot better luck if you start your search for PHOSPHATES.
They're used as fertilizers, and that's no bs......
2006-11-08 20:15:50 · answer #4 · answered by old lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dude no wonder you can't look it up you spelled it wrong..PHOSPHATES.......now look it up....
2006-11-08 20:11:11 · answer #5 · answered by eddies_impala95 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋