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polysulfide

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

noun

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

From Science Daily Oct. 24, 2023

The team found that total polysulfide content in broccoli sprouts significantly increased during germination and growth, with an approximately 20-fold increase in polysulfides on the fifth day of germination.

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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