Synthesis and characterization of a novel slow-release nanourea/chitosan nanocomposite and its effect on <i>Vigna radiata</i> L.
Avimanu Sharma, Sanjeev Kumar, Ritu Singh
Abstract
The efficiency of chitosan coated nanourea as a slow release fertilizer was investigated and compared with commercial urea. The coated nanourea significantly enhanced soil properties, improved plant growth and reduced nitrate leaching.
Topics & Concepts
RadiataVignaChitosanNanocompositeLeaching (pedology)UreaFertilizerChemistryNitrateNuclear chemistryChemical engineeringMaterials scienceAgronomyNanotechnologyBiologyOrganic chemistryEnvironmental scienceSoil scienceSoil waterEngineeringPolymer-Based Agricultural EnhancementsPlant Growth Enhancement TechniquesClay minerals and soil interactions