Chemical Fertilizers

Definition

Chemical fertilizers are compounds given to plants with the intention of promoting growth; they are usually applied to the soil. They contain essential nutrients like nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus that plants need to grow healthy and strong.

Analogy

Imagine if you were trying to grow stronger muscles but only ate junk food - it wouldn't work very well! Just like our bodies need proper nutrition (proteins, vitamins) to grow strong, plants also need certain nutrients (like those found in chemical fertilizers) to grow properly.

Related terms

Organic Fertilizer: Natural materials added to soil or plant beds enhance its fertility without any chemicals involved.

Nutrient Cycle: The movement and exchange of organic and inorganic matter back into the production of living matter via biological processes such as decomposition or absorption by plants.

Soil Erosion: The wearing away or removal of topsoil mainly due by water flow or wind action.