polysulfide

American

[pol-ee-suhl-fahyd] / ˌpɒl iˈsʌl faɪd /

noun

Chemistry.

a sulfide whose molecules contain two or more atoms of sulfur.

Etymology

Origin of polysulfide

First recorded in 1840–50; poly- + sulfide

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polysulfide

Furthermore, a comprehensive analysis of the polysulfides detected a number of polysulfide candidates whose structures have not yet been determined.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2023

However, few studies have focused on the endogenous content of polysulfide in broccoli sprouts.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2023

Molecular mechanism of energy conservation in polysulfide respiration.

From Nature ● Apr. 24, 2018

It takes longer to cure than polysulfide and does not form as strong a bond as polyurethane.

From Time Magazine Archive

POLYSULFIDE: Originally a two-part compound, polysulfide caulking now comes in a single cartridge.

From Time Magazine Archive

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