What does «potásico» mean in Spanish?
- Pertaining to or containing potassium. Potassium is the chemical element with atomic number 19 and symbol K in the periodic table of the elements. It is abundant in the Earth's crust. It is generally found in the form of salts, silicates, in minerals and dissolved in seawater. It has a silvery-white color, is soft and has a low melting point. Some of its derivatives are used as fertilizer.
Examples of use in Spanish: "sales potásicas".
"esta pólvora tiene nitrato potásico".
- Potassium soap. Ecological insecticide formed by potassium hydroxide (KOH), oil and water. Allows to combat plant pests.