Orthophosphate (Noun)
Meaning
A salt of phosphoric acid.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Calcium orthophosphate is a mineral that is used as a source of calcium and phosphorus in supplements.
- The disodium salt of orthophosphate is commonly used as a food additive in products such as cereals and processed meats.
- Sodium orthophosphate reacts with calcium chloride to form a precipitate of calcium phosphate.
- Trisodium orthophosphate is used as a cleaning agent due to its ability to remove grease and grime.
- The dihydrogen salt of orthophosphate is also known as phosphoric acid.