nitrite (NO2–) definition

nitrite (NO2–)

Ester or salt of nitrous acid, containing the nitrite (NO2–) ion. Nitrites are converted into nitrates (plant nutrients) by certain bacteria in the soil. In the industry, they are used mainly as meat coloring agents and food preservatives.

nitrite (NO2–) is in the Environment & Pollution Control subject.

nitrite (NO2–) appears in the definition of the following term: nitrification

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