FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Potassium is a mineral that your body needs to work properly. It is a type of electrolyte. It helps your nerves to function and muscles to contract.

Detailed explanation-2: -Potassium is found naturally in many foods and as a supplement. Its main role in the body is to help maintain normal levels of fluid inside our cells. Sodium, its counterpart, maintains normal fluid levels outside of cells. Potassium also helps muscles to contract and supports normal blood pressure.

Detailed explanation-3: -Most potassium is obtained from evaporite salt deposits containing sylvite (potassium chloride). It is also obtained from the minerals alunite and carnallite. Orthoclase feldspar is a very common potassium-bearing mineral. Potassium also can be obtained from the electrolysis of potash (KOH).