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Minerals Minerals are defined as solid, inorganic, naturally occurring substances with a definite chemical formula and general structure. Almost all chemical Elements in the Earth’s crust are associated with at least one mineral. They vary in color, hardness, density, crystal form, crystal size, transparency, composition, location, and abundance. Some minerals are radioactive (uranophane), while others … Read more
Acid An acid is a substance which forms H+ ions as the only positive ion in aqueous solution. Examples:- Hydrochloric acid dissolved in water forms H+ and Cl– ions HCl —> H+ + Cl– Sulphuric acid dissolved in water forms H+ and SO42- ions H2SO4 —>2H+ + SO42- Nitric acid forms H+ and NO3– ions when dissolved in water HNO3 —> H+ + NO3– … Read more
Elements Required in Plant Growth Plants are living organisms that require a variety of elements in order to grow and thrive. These elements are essential for the production of chlorophyll, the molecule that plants use to convert sunlight into energy. They are also necessary for the formation of proteins, nucleic acids, and other essential molecules. … Read more
Macronutrients – Elements Required In Plant Growth Plants need a variety of nutrients to grow and thrive. These nutrients are divided into two categories: macronutrients and micronutrients. Macronutrients are required in large amounts by plants, while micronutrients are required in smaller amounts. Macronutrients The six macronutrients that plants need are nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, … Read more
Here is a list of subtopics without any description for Non-Metallic Minerals: Asbestos Barite Bentonite Feldspar Fluorspar Gypsum Kaolin Lime Magnesite Mica Perlite Phosphate rock Potash Salt Sand and gravel Silica sand Talc Wollastonite Non-metallic minerals are a diverse group of minerals that are used in a wide variety of applications. They are found in … Read more
The following are the subtopics for Major Minerals: Calcium Chloride Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Sulfur Major Minerals Minerals are essential nutrients that the body needs to function properly. They are found in the food we eat and in the water we drink. Minerals are divided into two groups: major minerals and trace minerals. Major minerals … Read more