POLYMER STRUCTURANTS: SYNTHESIS AND COLLOID-CHEMICAL FOUNDATIONS OF THEIR APPLICATION TO SOIL
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/Keywords:
polymer structurants, colloid chemistry, soil structure, adsorption, flocculation, water retention, biodegradable polymers, soil stabilizationAbstract
This article analyzes the synthesis of polymer structurants and the colloid-chemical principles of their application in soil improvement. The study examines the interaction of polymer molecules with soil colloids through adsorption, flocculation, hydration, and ionic bonding processes. In addition, the role of synthetic and biodegradable polymers in improving soil structure, water retention, aggregate stability, and erosion resistance is discussed. The results show that polymer structurants are effective materials for increasing soil fertility and supporting sustainable agriculture.
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