Sulfate

/ˈsʌlfeɪt/ noun

Definition

A salt or chemical compound containing sulfur and oxygen, commonly found in minerals and used in various industrial processes.

Etymology

From 'sulphur' (or 'sulfur'), with the chemical suffix '-ate.' The element sulfur comes from Latin 'sulphur,' and the '-ate' suffix indicates a chemical compound or salt in scientific nomenclature.

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Sulfate is hiding in stuff you use daily—your laundry detergent, toothpaste, and car battery all contain sulfates, making this chemistry word way more practical than it sounds!

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