Dipotassium

/ˌdaɪpəˈtæsiəm/ noun

Definition

A chemical compound containing exactly two potassium atoms bonded to other elements.

Etymology

From di- (two) + potassium (from potash, from Dutch potaschen meaning pot ashes, as potassium was historically extracted from wood ash). The prefix di- specifies the quantity of potassium atoms.

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Dipotassium phosphate is a common food additive that prevents caking in powdered products—it's in your salt shaker! It's one of those invisible chemistry helpers in everyday life.

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