phosphoric
Relating to element fifteen
Phosphoric describes something containing or derived from phosphorus, particularly in its higher oxidation state.
The word appears most often in phosphoric acid, a compound used in fertilizers, food additives, and rust removal.
The tangy bite in cola comes from phosphoric acid.
In chemistry, phosphoric distinguishes compounds from phosphorous (with an -ous ending), which contains phosphorus in a lower oxidation state.
Caffeinated carbonated beverage
- sodaCarbonated soft drink
- carbonatedInfused with gas
- tangSharp, biting flavor
- acidicBelow neutral pH
preservative · tartness · fizzy · refreshment · acidity · bite · sharpness · effervescent
Destroys by chemical action
- dissociationMental separation from surroundings
- pHMeasure of solution acidity
- sequestrantAgent binding unwanted ions
- neutralizationCanceling opposing forces
dilute · concentrated · reagent · electrolyte · ionization · titration · anion
Calcium phosphate mineral
- guanoAccumulated bird droppings
- sedimentaryFormed from deposited material
- miningExtracting earth's resources
- oreMetal-bearing rock
flotation · fossilization · turquoise · igneous · geology · crystal · deposits
Cell's energy molecule
- DNAHereditary code molecule
- RNAGene expression molecule
- nucleotideGenetic code subunit
- metabolismCellular nutrient conversion
adenosine · phosphorylation · kinase · bones · teeth · ADP · signaling · enzyme
Removal of minerals
- cavitiesHollow spaces within
- remineralizationRestoring mineral content
- cariesTooth tissue decay
- fluorideNegatively charged halogen ion
sensitivity · softening · saliva · dentistry · abrasion · etching · decay
Treating metal against decay
- etchingAcid-incised metal print
- anodizingElectrolytic metal surface treatment
- coatingsApplied surface layers
- fluxContinuous change or flow
galvanizing · cleanser · descaling · pickling · refining · solvent · defoaming · manufacturing
Acidified phosphate crop nutrient
- DAPSeller-to-destination shipping agreement
- agricultureCultivation of land, livestock
- deficiencyLack of something needed
- yieldProduce or relinquish
NPK · granular · slow-release · hydroponics · foliar · micronutrients · horticulture · blooms
cola
Caffeinated carbonated beverage
- sodaCarbonated soft drink
- carbonatedInfused with gas
- tangSharp, biting flavor
acidic · preservative · tartness · fizzy · refreshment · acidity · bite · sharpness · effervescent · syrup
corrosive
Destroys by chemical action
- dissociationMental separation from surroundings
- pHMeasure of solution acidity
- sequestrantAgent binding unwanted ions
neutralization · dilute · concentrated · reagent · electrolyte · ionization · titration · anion
apatite
Calcium phosphate mineral
- guanoAccumulated bird droppings
- sedimentaryFormed from deposited material
- miningExtracting earth's resources
ore · flotation · fossilization · turquoise · igneous · geology · crystal · deposits
ATP
Cell's energy molecule
- DNAHereditary code molecule
- RNAGene expression molecule
- nucleotideGenetic code subunit
metabolism · adenosine · phosphorylation · kinase · bones · teeth · ADP · signaling · enzyme
demineralization
Removal of minerals
- cavitiesHollow spaces within
- remineralizationRestoring mineral content
- cariesTooth tissue decay
fluoride · sensitivity · softening · saliva · dentistry · abrasion · etching · decay
rustproofing
Treating metal against decay
- etchingAcid-incised metal print
- anodizingElectrolytic metal surface treatment
- coatingsApplied surface layers
flux · galvanizing · cleanser · descaling · pickling · refining · solvent · defoaming · manufacturing · heavy-duty
superphosphate
Acidified phosphate crop nutrient
- DAPSeller-to-destination shipping agreement
- agricultureCultivation of land, livestock
- deficiencyLack of something needed
yield · NPK · granular · slow-release · hydroponics · foliar · micronutrients · horticulture · blooms · organic
- white phosphorusPyrophoric toxic allotrope
- phosphorus pentoxidePotent water-removing compound
- phosphoric acidH₃PO₄ chemical compound
phosphorus pentoxide, phosphorus, phosphorescent, phosphor, phosphorous, phosphors