pentaphosphate

noun — 2 senses

pentaphosphate

noun

Etymology From penta- + phosphate.

1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A compound having five phosphate groups

2

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A polymeric anion composed of five linked phosphate groups; any salt containing this anion

Related terms
pentakisphosphate

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