WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from the Web

Diphosphate

Definition:

Diphosphate is a chemical compound consisting of two phosphate groups joined together. It is commonly used in various industrial processes and plays an important role in biological systems.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A chemical compound consisting of two phosphate groups joined together.
2. A short form for adenosine diphosphate (ADP), a nucleotide involved in energy transfer within cells.

Usages:

Popular:

Diphosphate is widely used as a food additive to enhance flavor, prevent spoilage, or act as a leavening agent in baking.

Example sentence: The recipe calls for a teaspoon of diphosphate to make the bread rise and have a fluffy texture.

Local:

In biochemistry, diphosphate is a key molecule in the energy currency of cells as it participates in the ATP (adenosine triphosphate) cycle.

Example sentence: The release of energy stored in diphosphate drives essential cellular processes in all living organisms.

Related Products:

• Diphosphate Supplements
• Diphosphate Food Additives
• Diphosphate Chemistry Guides