NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -As lime dissolves in the soil, calcium (Ca) moves to the surface of soil particles, replacing the acidity. The acidity reacts with the carbonate (CO3) to form carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O). The result is a soil that is less acidic (has a higher pH).

Detailed explanation-2: -A water body with a high level of alkalinity (which is different than an alkaline water body) has higher levels of calcium carbonate, CaCO3, which can decrease the water’s acidity.

Detailed explanation-3: -Medicinally, it is used as an antacid or as a calcium supplement. It is also used as filler in cosmetics. It is added to swimming pools as a disinfectant agent and a pH corrector. It finds extensive usage in the manufacturing industry as a building material (marble), ingredient for quick lime and cement.

Detailed explanation-4: -Higher calcium carbonate in soils increases pH making many nutrients less available. Particulates can drop out of water and plug emitters or microsprinklers. (lime).