Nitrates and Nitrites

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-018621",
  "term": "Nitrates and Nitrites",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Nitrogen-oxygen chemical units that combine with various organic and inorganic compounds. Once taken into the body, nitrates are converted into nitrites. The greatest use of nitrates is as a fertilizer. Other sources include animal manure and human sewage.",
  "subject": "Chemicals, toxics and pesticides",
  "references": [
    "America's Children and the Environment Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/nitrates-and-nitrites/"
}