Definitions
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- noun (Chem.) A binary compound of sulphur, or one so regarded; -- formerly called
sulphuret . - noun (Chem.) a compound of two sulphides.
- noun (Chem.) See under
Hydrogen . - noun a binary compound of sulphur with a metal.
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- noun Alternative spelling of
sulfide .
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- noun a compound of sulphur and some other element that is more electropositive
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Examples
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In the case of the "pure-for-analysis" sulphide, which is the recrystallized variety, the salt will be pure white and will form a quite colorless and clear solution in water.
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Selenium can be precipitated with sulphuretted hydrogen as a sulphide, which is readily soluble in ammonium sulphide.
A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. Cornelius Beringer 1886
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It was understood that the 23 year-old, who lives with his father, had inhaled hydrogen sulphide, which is considered by scientists to be as toxic as hydrogen cyanide.
Telegraph.co.uk - Telegraph online, Daily Telegraph, Sunday Telegraph By Mark Hughes 2012
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It was understood that the 23 year-old, who lives with his father, had inhaled hydrogen sulphide, which is considered by scientists to be as toxic as hydrogen cyanide.
Telegraph.co.uk - Telegraph online, Daily Telegraph, Sunday Telegraph By Mark Hughes 2012
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For the cathode, the platinum can be replaced by cobalt sulphide, which is far less expensive.
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However, the researchers found that the communities of microbes thrived on hydrogen sulphide, which is toxic to most lifeforms, and is the product of the breakdown of organic material in an environment where there is no oxygen.
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* For the cathode, the platinum can be replaced by cobalt sulphide, which is far less expensive.
Next Big Future bw 2010
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For the cathode, the platinum can be replaced by cobalt sulphide, which is far less expensive.
PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories PhysOrg Team 2010
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Flourishing under oxygen-deficient conditions, the bacteria feed off toxic hydrogen sulphide, which is produced when organic matter degrades without oxygen.
TreeHugger 2010
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However, the researchers found that the communities of microbes thrived on hydrogen sulphide, which is toxic to most lifeforms, and is the product of the breakdown of organic material in an environment where there is no oxygen.
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