bisulphite
Britishnoun
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a salt or ester of sulphurous acid containing the monovalent group -HSO 3 or the ion HSO 3 –
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(modifier) consisting of or containing the group -HSO 3 or the ion HSO 3 –
bisulphite ion
Example Sentences
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In spite of apparently complete mixture by good stirring, it will be seen that it is possible, therefore, to have failed in this direction if any undissolved powder remains in the solution of sodium bisulphite.
From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney
Not only so, but it produces, in addition, the anti-oxidant effect noted in the employment of sodium bisulphite.
From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney
Care of Sodium Bisulphite.—The ready tendency of sodium bisulphite to deteriorate on exposure should give sufficient indication regarding its treatment in storage.
From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney
The caution must again be given that the employment of an excess of sodium bisulphite will lead to the production of an over-pale rubber, and a prolongation of the drying period.
From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney
Oxidation Streaks.—Since the introduction of sodium bisulphite defects due to streaks, caused by portions of the coagulum becoming oxidised, have practically ceased to exist.
From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney
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