Humic acid is a black colloidal substance composed of an amorphous polymer compound containing benzene core, carboxyl (-COOH) and phenol (-OH) groups. G-Teck water soluble humic acid (potassium humate) is extracted from leonardite. Humic acid is a large class of polycyclic fused-ring organic compounds that have been found to have a positive effect on enhancing soil fertility and improving soil structure.
Humic acid is a substance added to soil that acts as a binding agent and water-retaining agent. When there is only fine sand and water in the soil, the sand particles can easily disintegrate and become loose. However, by incorporating humic acid into a mixture of sand and water, it can act as a binder and prevent the sand from disintegrating.
In addition to its binding properties, humic acid helps retain moisture in the soil. When water is injected into sand, it will either evaporate quickly due to high temperatures or seep away quickly.
When humic acid is mixed with sand and water, it has two significant effects.
1, It reduces water evaporation, thereby minimizing water loss.
2, It has strong compatibility with water molecules, thereby enhancing water retention, especially deep in the soil.
When equal parts of sand and humic acid are mixed, the resulting mixture not only has the ability to absorb more moisture, but also retains it more effectively. By allowing the soil to maintain a certain level of moisture, humic acid provides proper support for crop growth.
Therefore, humic acid can be considered a beneficial soil water retention agent.
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Post time: Nov-15-2023
