Introduction Zinc is an essential micronutrient required for enzyme activation, hormone regulation, protein synthesis, and chlorophyll formation in plants. However, zinc availability in soil is often limited due to precipitation, adsorption, and fixation reactions, particularly in alkaline and calcareous conditions. EDTA chelated zinc has been developed to overcome these limitations by maintaining zinc in a […]
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Introduction Zinc is an essential micronutrient required for enzyme activation, protein synthesis, chlorophyll formation, and overall plant development. In many agricultural soils, especially alkaline and calcareous types, zinc availability is limited due to precipitation and fixation reactions. Chelation with ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid enhances zinc solubility and stability, allowing efficient uptake by plants. Understanding the chemical structure […]