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nitrate

Term

Inorganic form of nitrogen. An important plant nutrient and type of inorganic fertilizer (most highly oxidized phase in the nitrogen cycle). In water, the major sources of nitrates are septic tanks, feed lots and fertilizers.

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Publication year

2003

Definition source URL

http://www.epa.gov.html

Organisation

US EPA

Organisation full name

United States Environmental and Protection Agency

Subjects

Long definition

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