palladous

/pəˈleɪdəs/
adjective
  1. Relating to or containing palladium in a lower oxidation state (usually +2).
    • They analyzed the palladous salt under a microscope.
    • Palladous chloride is a common compound used in organic synthesis.
    • The solution turned dark when palladous ions were added.
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