pyrophosphate
/ˌpaɪroʊˈfɑsfeɪt/
noun
- A chemical compound used in detergents, fertilizers, and food additives to help soften water or preserve food.
- The food label listed sodium acid pyrophosphate as a leavening agent.
- Farmers sometimes use pyrophosphate fertilizers to improve crop yields.
- Many dishwasher detergents contain pyrophosphate to prevent mineral buildup.