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potassium

/pəˈtæsiəm/ noun · British & US
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What does potassium mean?

noun

A soft, silvery-white alkali metal that is highly reactive and is used in a wide range of applications, including fertilizers, soaps, and pharmaceuticals.

Example

"The farmer applied potassium-rich fertilizer to his crops to improve their yield."

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