NYT Fertilizer compounds Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from July 13, 2024
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Updated Jul 13, 2024
Fertilizer compounds NYT Crossword Clue Answer
Let’s find the answers to Fertilizer compounds NYT for the 13 July 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 8 letters. Start with N and end with S, and the possible solutions are NITPICKS,NUDNICKS,NITRATES.
The answer is NITRATES.
Nitrates are a group of chemical compounds commonly used as fertilizers in agriculture. They are salts or esters of nitric acid containing the nitrate ion, NO₃⁻. These compounds are highly soluble in water, which allows plants to easily absorb the nitrogen they provide, essential for growth and development.
Nitrates help improve crop yields by enhancing the production of proteins, chlorophyll, and other vital plant components. However, excessive use of nitrate fertilizers can lead to environmental issues, such as water pollution and eutrophication.
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