hydrosulphite

/ ˌhaɪdrəʊˈsʌlfaɪt /

noun

1. See dithionite
   another name (not in technical usage) for dithionite

Word History and Origins

Origin of hydrosulphite¹

C20: from hydrosulph ( urous ) + -ite ²

Example Sentences

If added too quickly the hydrosulphite will cake, fall to the bottom and be difficult to dissolve.

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It has many advantages over the hydrosulphite vat, as it is not nearly so much affected by changes of temperature and weather.

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Of the other reducing agents which have been used, sodium hydrosulphite (Na2SO2) deserves mention.

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This may most conveniently be done by adding thereto a solution of hydrosulphite of soda, which may be made by mixing 4½ lb.

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This is dehydrated sodium hydrosulphite with the chemical formula, Na2S2O4.

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