"pyrosulphite" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: pyrosulphites [plural]
Etymology: From pyro- + sulphite. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|pyro|sulphite}} pyro- + sulphite Head templates: {{en-noun}} pyrosulphite (plural pyrosulphites)
  1. (inorganic chemistry) The anion S₂O₅²⁻; any salt containing this anion Synonyms: metabisulfite

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