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What are "Phosphates" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 20-Apr-2023 (1 year, 5 days ago)
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Phosphates
Derived from the mineral apatite; any salt or ester formed by the reaction of a metal, alcohol, or other radical with phosphoric acid.

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