1 Uses
1.1 Uses & Benefits
- As this metal does not absorb neutrons; It is used in nuclear power stations.
- Its oxide is used in ultra strong ceramics. It is also used in manufacturing Crucibles.
- Potassium’s compounds are in high demand for their application in Fertilizer manufacturing.
- Potassium carbonate is used in glass manufacturing and Potassium carbonate in manufacturing detergent and body wash.
1.1.1 Industrial Uses
Aerospace Industry, Ammunition Industry
Ammunition Industry, Chemical Industry
1.1.2 Medical Uses
NA
Pharmaceutical Industry
1.1.3 Other Uses
Alloys, Nuclear Research, Research Purposes
NA
1.2 Biological Properties
1.2.1 Toxicity
1.2.2 Present in Human Body
1.2.3 In Blood
0.01 Blood/mg dm-31,620.00 Blood/mg dm-3
0
1970
1.1.2 In Bone
0.10 p.p.m.2,100.00 p.p.m.
0
170000