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ferrous sulfate
noun
a bluish-green, crystalline, saline-tasting, water-soluble heptahydrated solid, FeSO 4 ⋅7H 2 O, used chiefly in the manufacture of other iron salts, in water purification, fertilizer, inks, pigments, tanning, photography, and in medicine in the treatment of anemia.
ferrous sulfate
A bluish-green crystalline compound that is used in sewage and water treatment, and as a pigment and fertilizer. It is also used in medicine to treat iron deficiency. Also called green vitriol. Chemical formula: FeSO 4 ·7 2 O.
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of ferrous sulfate1
Example Sentences
Existing evidence suggests supplements are a more effective way to replenish iron stores than dietary changes alone and ferrous sulfate is the most effective iron supplement for young children.
They said he provided or helped gain access to prescription-dose vitamin D; calcitonin; ferrous sulfate; Advair; testosterone; and various thyroid medications.
Ferrous sulfate works well, and can be synthesized easily enough by dissolving iron in sulfuric acid.
They added several tons of iron - 14 tons of iron, or ferrous sulfate -- to the water.
Other cars were carrying two chemicals--sodium hydroxide and ferrous sulfate.
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