sulphuric acid
Britishnoun
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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
“We have gathered to say no to those who offer concentrated sulphuric acid instead of raspberries and honey.”
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 11, 2021
Mohammed Soliman, who was employed at a takeaway where Hashem was also working, purchased 10 litres of sulphuric acid using his own Amazon account and bank details.
From BBC ● Mar. 17, 2020
Artificial Ivory.—A substance resembling ivory of creamy whiteness and great hardness is made from good potatoes washed in diluted sulphuric acid, then boiled in the same solution until they become solid and dense.
From The Little Gleaner, Vol. X. A Monthly Magazine for the Young by Various
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