USE OF ION CHROMATOGRAPHY FOR DETERMINING NITRATE AND PHOSPHATE LEVELS IN SOIL AND WATER

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Pratibha Gumastsa

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Ion Chromatography, Nitrate, Phosphate, Soil Analysis, Water Analysis, Environmental Monitoring

Abstract

Monitoring nitrate (NO₃⁻) and phosphate (PO₄³⁻) levels in soil and water is critical for evaluating environmental quality, agricultural productivity, and ecosystem health. Ion chromatography (IC) is a reliable, sensitive, and precise analytical technique for quantifying these anions. This paper explores the principles, methodology, advantages, and limitations of IC in nitrate and phosphate analysis. We also review advancements in IC technology, discuss its application in environmental monitoring, and provide case studies to illustrate its effectiveness.

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