Mechanochemistry as an emerging tool for the preparation of sustained release urea cocrystals as a nitrogen source
Nadeesh M. Adassooriya, Sanjeev P. Mahanta, Ranjit Thakuria
Abstract
Poor nitrogen usage efficiency of urea is one of the serious drawbacks that need urgent attention. This highlight focuses on the recent developments in mechanochemical synthesis of urea cocrystals as enhanced efficiency fertilizers.
Topics & Concepts
UreaMechanochemistryNitrogenNanotechnologyChemistryMaterials scienceCombinatorial chemistryBiochemical engineeringOrganic chemistryEngineeringLayered Double Hydroxides Synthesis and ApplicationsMetal-Organic Frameworks: Synthesis and ApplicationsChemical Synthesis and Characterization