soluble phosphate
[ˈsɒljəbl ˈfɒsfeɪt]
nounpl: soluble phosphates
fosfato solúvel
1. A phosphate compound that dissolves readily in water or other solvents, making it available for absorption by plants or organisms
Soluble phosphate fertilizers are preferred for quick nutrient uptake in agricultural applications.
Os fertilizantes com fosfato solúvel são preferidos para absorção rápida de nutrientes em aplicações agrícolas.
2. In chemistry, any phosphate salt or ester that has high solubility in aqueous solutions
The laboratory analysis confirmed the presence of soluble phosphate in the water sample.
A análise de laboratório confirmou a presença de fosfato solúvel na amostra de água.
3. An environmentally significant form of phosphorus that can readily move through soil and water systems
Runoff from agricultural fields carries soluble phosphate, contributing to water pollution.
O escoamento de campos agrícolas carrega fosfato solúvel, contribuindo para a poluição hídrica.
The term 'soluble phosphate' is particularly relevant in Brazilian agriculture, where phosphate fertilizers play a crucial role in crop production. Understanding soluble vs. insoluble phosphates is important for agricultural professionals and environmentalists concerned with water quality and eutrophication. In the USA, this term is widespread in agricultural extension programs and environmental regulations.
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