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Orthophosphorous Acid

Description:

Orthophosphorous acid is a compound with the chemical formula H3PO3. It is a monobasic acid and is the intermediate compound in the preparation of various phosphite salts. It can appear as a colorless or pale yellow liquid and is commonly used in chemical synthesis and as a reducing agent.

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1. Noun (Chemistry Sense):

The reaction required the addition of orthophosphorous acid to proceed.

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2. Adjective (Popular Sense):

The new cleaning solution claims to contain orthophosphorous acid for enhanced effectiveness.

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3. Noun (Local Sense):

The local farmers use orthophosphorous acid as a fertilizer for their crops.

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