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pyrophosphate

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun pyrophosphate has 1 sense
  1. pyrophosphate - a salt or ester of pyrophosphoric acid
    --1 is a kind of
    salt

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Pyrophosphate

Noun: A salt or an ester of pyrophosphoric acid.

Example Sentence: The DNA replication process requires the hydrolysis of pyrophosphate into inorganic phosphate.

Pyrophosphate

Noun: An active ingredient used in some toothpaste to prevent the formation of tartar.

Example Sentence: Regular brushing with a toothpaste containing pyrophosphate can help maintain healthy teeth and gums.

Pyrophosphate

Adjective: Referring to a compound or reaction involving pyrophosphate.

Example Sentence: The pyrophosphate bond is an essential component in ATP, the main energy carrier in cells.

Pyrophosphate

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