What is another word for inorganic phosphate?
Pronunciation: [ˌɪnɔːɡˈanɪk fˈɒsfe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Inorganic phosphate refers to a compound that is made up of a phosphate ion and a metal ion. Synonyms for inorganic phosphate include orthophosphate, monobasic phosphate, phosphoric acid, and phosphoric triester. Orthophosphate is a term often used to describe the most common form of inorganic phosphate found in water and soil. Monobasic phosphate refers to a compound that contains one acidic hydrogen atom and is commonly used in the production of fertilizers. Phosphoric acid is an inorganic acid that contains three hydrogen atoms and is commonly used in the production of food and beverages. Phosphoric triester is a compound that contains three ester groups and is commonly used as a solvent or intermediate in the chemical industry.
