metaphosphate
/ˌmɛtəˈfɑsfeɪt/
noun
- A chemical compound containing a phosphate group with a ring or chain structure, used in fertilizers and water treatment.
- Farmers sometimes apply metaphosphate to soil to improve crop yields.
- The factory produces metaphosphate for use in industrial detergents.
- Sodium metaphosphate is often added to toothpaste to prevent tartar buildup.