bisulphite

British  

/ baɪˈsʌlfaɪt /

noun

1. a salt or ester of sulphurous acid containing the monovalent group -HSO 3 or the ion HSO 3 ^–

2. (modifier) consisting of or containing the group -HSO 3 or the ion HSO 3 ^–

   bisulphite ion

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Example Sentences

There appears to be an idea held in some quarters that sodium bisulphite may be so employed as a fungicide.

From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney

In the ordinary course of working, the acid coagulant is added immediately after sodium bisulphite has been stirred in.

From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney

“Rust” can be prevented by soaking freshly prepared sheets in dilute solutions of disinfectants—e.g., formalin, sodium bisulphite, or chinosol.

From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney

Sulphurous Acid.—The anti-oxidant effect of sodium bisulphite and sodium sulphite is due to the liberation of the gas, sulphur dioxide.

From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney

It will have been learned that oxidation is a natural process, and that it may be prevented by the employment of anti-oxidants such as the sulphite or bisulphite of soda.

From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney