Zinc sulfate is used medically as a dietary supplement. Specifically it is used to treat zinc deficiency and to prevent the condition in those at high risk . This includes use together with oral rehydration therapy for children who have diarrhea.more...
It is used in the formation of chlorophyll and some carbohydrates and is used in the conversion of starches to sugars . Zinc also helps plant tissue withstand cold temperatures. Zinc is essential in the formation of auxins, which help with growth regulation and stem elongatmore...