Definition

The process of changing a substance into a phosphate or treating it with phosphate or phosphoric acid.

Example

The phosphatization of the soil improved its nutrient content for better crop growth.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about phosphatization?

Yeah, I read something about it in a science article recently.

It's interesting how it plays a role in soil health, right?

Definitely! Understanding phosphatization can really help farmers improve their crops.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Phosphatization → It is formed from "phospho-" (from Greek "phosphoros", meaning light-bringer or phosphorus) and "-ization" (meaning the process of making or becoming). The word refers to the process of converting something into a phosphate or incorporating phosphates into a substance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'phospho-' as relating to light or phosphorus, and '-ization' as the process of becoming. This helps you remember that phosphatization is the process of turning something into a phosphate.

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