Chemicals and fertilizers

When applying fertilizers through the irrigation water, it is essential that you know some important facts about the fertilizers solubility. What Does Solubility of a Fertilizer Mean? Solubility of a fertilizer is the maximal amount of the fertilizer, that can be completely dissolved in a given amount of distilled water at a given temperature. Manufacturers may provide you with solubility data of their fertilizers upon request. Here is an example of solubility data for Potassium Nitrate (expressed as g/liter): Temperature (C˚) 5 10 20 25 30 40 Solubility 133 170 209 316 370 458 Different manufacturers may provide slightly different solubility data for the same fertilizer. This is because they use different additives in their products. There are also some fertilizers that may contain insoluble residues. Dissolving a Fertilizer When you dissolve a fertilizer, you should not exceed its solubility. Otherwise, a precipitate may form and might clog the ...

Fertilizer is basically food for your grass. The common misconception about plant food is that they are made of chemicals manufactured in the laboratory. But actually, the basic ingredients of good fertilizer can be found in the environment—decomposing organic matter. But, combining this organic matter with three important elements is the key to a beautiful and lush looking lawn. The 3 Key Elements (1) Nitrogen- This is the most important element among the three when it comes to creating the best lawn fertilizer. Nitrogen gives your grass its healthy green color. It also makes each blade of grass strong and sturdy so it is less prone to breakage. Strong grasses have greater ability to fight off insect damage and harsh outside conditions like cold and dry weather. (2) Potassium- It works with the nitrogen to make roots and foliage stronger. Giving your lawn good foundation will help it resist from drought, tearing, and extreme weather. Potassium is the main nutrient found in bananas a...

There's nothing quite as tasty as a fresh tomato but have you ever wondered how two fresh tomatoes can taste so totally different? It's all about the right tomato fertilizer and here are some things you should know to ensure the best tasting tomatoes. 1 . Help ensure you get the best tomato crop and the best tasting tomatoes by ensuring your soil has the right nutrients based on your existing soil composition. Fertilizer has three main components - phosphorus, nitrogen, and potassium. 2. Nitrogen is the first number you will see on the fertilizer bag and it is the most important of all the numbers. Nitrogen gives the plants their green foliage but too much and you'll get great foliage with no fruits or vegetables. 3. The second number is phosphorus and it is critical to the developing blooms which become fruits and vegetables. Phosphorus is very important to the development of larger tomatoes so important that rock phosphate is often used. 4. The third number is for potas...

The Haber Process for the synthesis of ammonia (NH 3 ) gas from its elements nitrogen (N 2 ) and hydrogen (H 2 ) is discussed in almost every high school chemistry text as an excellent example of chemical equilibrium. Very little, if anything, is said in most chemistry texts about the effects of this process on the course of history and on society. However, the effects of the Haber Process are important to the history of fertilizers and, to a lesser extent, the history of explosives. Natural fertilizers such as manures and ground animal bones have been known since ancient times. The ideas of crop rotation, letting soil lie fallow, and planting certain crops to enrich the soil are also very old. The modern study of plants, soils, and the chemical requirements for growth was not established until the 1840's in Europe. The first production of fertilizers from inorganic chemical sources also begins at this time. Scientific study established three elements as necessary in large quanti...

Mangifera indica L. Anacardiaceae Common Names: Mango, Mangot, Manga, Mangou. Related species: Bindjai ( Mangifera caesia ), Horse Mango ( M. foetida ), Kuweni mango ( M. odorata ). Distant affinity: Cashew ( Anacardium occidentale ), Gandaria ( Bouea gandaria ), Pistachio ( Pistacia vera ), Marula ( Sclerocarya birrea ), Ambarella ( Spondias cytherea ), Yellow Mombin ( Spondias mombin ), Red Mombin ( Spondias purpurea ), Imbu ( Spondias tuberosa ). Origin: The mango is native to southern Asia, especially Burma and eastern India. It spread early on to Malaya, eastern Asia and eastern Africa. Mangos were introduced to California (Santa Barbara) in 1880. Forms: The mango exists in two races, one from India and the other from the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The Indian race is intolerant of humidity, has flushes of bright red new growth that are subject to mildew, and bears monoembryonic fruit of high color and regular form. The Philippine race tolerates excess moisture, h...

Classification of fertilizer: These can be further classified as in Table 1. Table 1 - Fertilizers Manures Manures are organic materials added to the soil to increase crop production. They are biological in origin. The organic matter content is bulky and large and the nutrient content is small. They have the following effect on the soil. They supply nutrients to the soil. Since the manures contain nutrients in small quantities they have to be used in bulk. Since the manure contains a lot of organic matter, it increases the water holding capacity in sandy soils and drainage in clayey soils. Organic manures provide food for soil organisms like earthworms which are responsible for improving soil quality. Organic manures include (i) Farmyard manure (FYM), (ii) Compost, (iii) Green manure, (iv) Vermi compost. Farmyard manure (FYM) This is the decomposed mixture of excreta (dung) and urine of farm animals like cow, horse, goat and sheep along with leftover hay and fodder. They are ready...

Potassium Nitrate The common name of potassium nitrate is Bengal salt petre or nitre. It can be prepared by treating the oxide, hydroxide, carbonate or hydrogen carbonate salts of potassium with nitric acid. It is a colorless crystalline solid, soluble in water. When heated, it first melts and then decomposes to give potassium nitrite and oxygen. uses: *Potassium nitrate is used in the preparation of gun powder (mixture of charcoal, sulphur and *potassium nitrate) and other explosives. When gun powder is ignited, it explodes. *It is also used in salting and pickling of meats, to which it imparts a red color . *It is used in pyrotechnics and also as a fertilizer. Sodium Nitrate The common name of sodium nitrate is "Chile salt Petre". It is found in large quantity in Chile in South America. It can be prepared by treating the oxide, hydroxide, carbonate or hydrogen carbonate salts of sodium with nitric acid. It is a colorless crystalline solid, highly soluble in water. When ...

So you have given the desired form to your garden and now relishing its beauty. It is quite logical that your hard-labored dream-paradise is quite dear to you not to speak about those who are devoted to it. But it can be a disaster if not looked after effectively. One of the precautionary measures to save your landscape is by application of chemical fertilizers. So here there is some information on chemical fertilizers for garden , also known as inorganic garden fertilizers, which can be helpful for your garden care. Some names of garden fertilizers The essential garden fertilizers useful for the healthy growth of plants are nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Nitrogen (N) - is useful for the healthy growth of garden plants. It also sees to it that the vitamins are retained. Phosphorus (P) - provides resistance against disease and helps in the growth of roots and seeds. Po...

& How to Make Your Own One-way Mirror Solution No. 1: Nitrate of Silver (pure) . . . . . . . . 40 grains Nitrate of Silver (pure) . . . . . . . . 32 grains Distilled Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pint Ammonia, 26% . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . To be used as directed. Take one pint of distilled water, pour 4 ounces of this into a glass, and into this put 40 grains of Nitrate of Silver. Dissolve the Nitrate of Silver thoroughly by stirring the water with glass strip (no spoon, or stick, or metal should be used). When it is all thoroughly dissolved, take your medicine dropper and drop 26% Ammonia Water into it one drop at a time; at first it will turn dark; keep dropping the ammonia until it becomes clear again, which will generally take about thirty drops; stopping the addition as soon as it clears. Very often after dropping 30 drops of Ammonia, it...

Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate is an odorless blue crystal that readily dissolves in water. It is also soluble in methanol, glycerol and slightly soluble in ethanol. Copper Sulfate, some-times referred to as Blue Vitriol or Bluestone, is a readily available and economic source of copper. TYPICAL PROPERTIES: Copper 25.2% Lead 25 ppm Iron 250 ppm Cadmium 3 ppm Chromium 25 ppm Arsenic 2 ppm Antimony 3 ppm Mesh Fine Crystals All - 40 mesh The typical properties listed are intended as a guide and are effected by the raw materials used to manufacture the product. Please contact us if you need additional information, or if you have a specific requirement. * Not detected by an independent outside lab to their ICP detection levels. STORAGE: Copper Sulfate should be stored in a cool, dry place. Keep containers closed. Solutions of Copper Sulfate should be stored in tanks fabricated of Type 316 Stainless Steel, rubber-lined steel tanks or plast...

HS-ULTRAPHIL Hydrophilic Textile Finishing Agent : HS is an easy to use micro emulsion of modified Reactive Amino functional Polysiloxane. It is used to impart superior supple softness 100% Cotton / Hosiery / Blended - Yarns / Fabrics / Twills / Denim while retaining the hydophilicity Especially effective for Terry Towels, etc. Special Features: • Permanent Supple Soft Handle • Silky Smoothness • Leaves No Residue or Smell on the Fabrics • Improves Fabric Physical Properties • Retains Hydrophillic Nature • Low Yellowing Grade HS 2551 Appearance Transparent Nature Non - Ionic Total Solids 30-32% Sp. Gravity 0.9-1.1 pH 6.5-7.5 Shelf Life 6 Months Method of Usage: Exhaustion Dosage Temperature pH of Bath Time of appl' wt. of fabric Per garment HS 2551 1.0 to 2.0 % 4 to 6 gms. R.T. 6.5 20 to 30 minutes

PROPERTIES: Chemical Nature Based on esterified polyether dispersion. Physical appearance Off white thick dispersion pH 7.5. Solubility Can be diluted with water (preferably warm water 50-60 deg C.) Ionic nature Non-ionic. Storage Store in cool place and close the lid to avoid oxidation. Handling Non - hazardous. APPLICATIONS Syntho Nysis is a non yellowing and non-ionic softener and has found uses in a variety of applications. Some of the applications include: - Low viscosity, non-ionic softener specially developed to overcome the problem of incompatibility of cationic softener in finishing bath. - The product is specially important during coating process where anionic chemicals are used. - The use of SYNTHO NYNIS imparts good softness and pliability. - It is applied by pad-dry method on woven goods and by exhaust for knitted and garments.

Crops take up only those nutrients that are dissolved in the soil solution. Therefore, the solubility of fertilizer sources equates to their availability and is critical to properly feeding a crop. An application of low solubility micronutrients does little good for the following crop. Farmers and fertilizer dealers can choose from many different sources for each micronutrient. These sources have different levels of water-solubility. Some, such as chelates also have additional characteristics that resist fixation or "tie-up" by the soil for extended periods of time. Among the inorganic (non-chelate) sources in the market, the more common sources are sulfates, oxides, and oxysulfates. Sulfates such as zinc sulfate (ZnSO 4 ) and manganese sulfate (MnSO 4 ), are assumed to be 100% soluble. Because of the high solubility of sulfate forms, the associated micronutrients are highly available to the crop and are often considered the "benchmark" against which other sources ...