sulphuric acid

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noun

Systematic name: sulphuric(VI) acid. a colourless dense oily corrosive liquid produced by the reaction of sulphur trioxide with water and used in accumulators and in the manufacture of fertilizers, dyes, and explosives. Formula: H 2 SO 4

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Roughly half the world’s sulphuric acid is used to make phosphate fertilizers, while about 10% is used for metal processing, Dhar says.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 14, 2026

Products passing through the giant site range from insulin capsules and lifestyle drugs to medicated sunblock and drums of sulphuric acid.

From Barron's ● Apr. 5, 2026

The project entails converting sulphur dioxide into sulphuric acid, which is then neutralised with limestone to generate gypsum waste.

From Reuters ● Oct. 25, 2023

“We have gathered to say no to those who offer concentrated sulphuric acid instead of raspberries and honey.”

From Seattle Times ● Sep. 11, 2021

Horn, hoof-parings, woollen rags, fish, blubber and blood, after treatment with sulphuric acid, are all good manures, and should be utilized if readily obtainable.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 7 "Horticulture" to "Hudson Bay" by Various

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