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sulphuric acid

British

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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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

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

From Seattle Times • Sep. 11, 2021

The new study looked at measurements from probes that flew through the atmosphere of Venus and acquired data about temperature, humidity and pressure in the thick sulphuric acid clouds surrounding the planet.

From Scientific American • Jun. 30, 2021

Its graphite is from Ceylon - modern-day Sri Lanka - mixed with Mississippi clay, sulphuric acid, animal fats and numerous other ingredients.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2019

When paraffin oil is used, the cleaning is generally effected with the help of a few ounces of sulphuric acid in a very few minutes.

From Hertzian Wave Wireless Telegraphy by Fleming, John Ambrose

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