sulphur compound

collocation in English

meaningsofsulphurandcompound

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sulphur
noun[U]
uk
/ˈsʌl.fər/us
/ˈsʌl.fɚ/
a pale yellow chemical element that exists in various physical forms. It burns with a blue flame and a strong smell and is used in medicine ...
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compound
adjective
uk
/ˈkɒm.paʊnd/us
/ˈkɑːm.paʊnd/
consisting of two or ...
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(Definition ofsulphurandcompoundfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

Examplesofsulphur compound

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We discuss possible interpretations of the non-water-ice elements (especially thesulphurcompoundmercaptan) in the context of the studies for future missions.
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The addition of biofuels enables immediate reduction in pollution thanks to their zerosulphurcompound content and their capacity to improve combustion.
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Its odour is the result of anicin, which is an organicsulphurcompound.
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We should discuss the possible interpretation and the equipment that could test biogenicity of such sulphur compounds.
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A method has been found of getting sulphur compounds—for instance, ammonium sulphate.
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The rather vague expression "sulphur compounds" is used.
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The expression "sulphur compounds" is meaningless to me.
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Sulphur compounds deposited by rain contribute to the acidification of the environment.
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There are masses of sulphur compounds in this country, but we have not heard one word about that.
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Depending on the level of sulphur in the fuel, sulphur compounds can also be produced.
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The raw gas leaving the vessel is cooled and the impurities—mainly sulphur compounds—are removed.
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It is rich in both sulphur compounds and bitter limonoids.
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Leaving the root end intact also reduces irritation as the onion base has a higher concentration of sulphur compounds than the rest of the bulb.
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The radiation allows for the production of sulphur compounds that these bacteria can use as a high-energy source of food.
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The ammonium and sulphur compounds were especially damaging to the environment.
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Among these, there are polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, volatile organic compounds, heavy metals and sulphur compounds.
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