Phosphate ions, PO 4 3- , were once added to detergents to assist in cleaning. What function
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Phosphate ions, PO43-, were once added to detergents to assist in cleaning. What function did they serve? These ions are no longer added to detergents because they cause excessive growth of algae in aquatic habitats receiving the wastewater. What chemical has replaced them?
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Conceptual Physical Science
ISBN: 978-0134060491
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Authors: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt
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