orthophosphate
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of orthophosphate
Example Sentences
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In addition to removing all pipes and handing out filters, it also proposed an alternative water treatment method because the standard additive, orthophosphate, can harm waterways.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 1, 2022
The next month, the state issued a permit for the city to pump orthophosphate and polyphosphate into the water to coat the pipes and prevent erosion.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 8, 2021
At the state’s urging, the city began testing in homes to see if the orthophosphate was working its way into the water.
From New York Times ● Aug. 24, 2019
The aqueduct treats that with orthophosphate, which protects against the corrosion of lead pipes.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 25, 2016
It’s also adapted for the nitrogen source found at the lower levels, and increased ability to use orthophosphate, rather than organic phosphates.
From Scientific American ● Apr. 28, 2012
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