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potassium

Pronunciation: [pəˈtæsiəm]

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Learn how to use potassium in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “science”

(noun) a chemical element that is important for the body and found in many foods. Potassium helps your muscles and nerves work well, and it keeps your heart healthy.

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Bananas are a great source of potassium, which helps keep your heart healthy.

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Not getting enough potassium can lead to cramps and weakness in your muscles.

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Why is potassium important for our bodies?

Context: “chemistry”

(noun) a soft, silvery-white metal that is very reactive. In science, potassium is often used in fertilizers and is represented by the symbol 'K'.

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Potassium is used in many fertilizers to help plants grow strong and healthy.

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Using too much potassium in the soil can harm the plants instead of helping them.

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What is the chemical symbol for potassium?

How to pronounce potassium

Pronunciation: [pəˈtæsiəm]

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