Unlike the other tests described on this page, the test for carbonate ions works whatever acid is added. Explain why, in a test for sulfate ions, the sample is acidified with hydrochloric acid first.

The dry conditions of summer 2020 has produced an abundance of high nitrate forages. These hays, crop residues (stover) and even weeds with high nitrates leave many producers utilizing Extension and ...

If a mixture of ions is present, some of the flame colours may not be clearly visible. For example, the yellow colour from sodium ions is very intense and tends to hide the paler lilac colour from ...

LITTLE BIT, AND WE’LL CHECK BACK IN WITH YOU SOON. RIGHT NOW, MUCH OF CENTRAL IOWA IS STILL UNDER A LAWN WATERING BAN. IT’S DUE TO HIGH NITRATE LEVELS IN OUR WATER SOURCES. YOU’RE TAKING A LOOK AT ALL ...

Nitrate ion is a common pollutant produced by municipal waste treatment systems, agricultural run-offs, and livestock waste. Although an essential component of fertilizers and necessary for growing ...