Definition of "tripolyphosphate" []

• The anion P3O105-, or any salt containing this anion. (noun)

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• "If they're stark white, chances are they were treated with sodium tripolyphosphate, which is added to increase their weight and extend their shelf life."
• "When companies process and produce soda ash, a number of other sodium compounds are made as co-products, including sodium bicarbonate (also known as baking soda), sodium sulfite, sodium tripolyphosphate, and chemical caustic soda."
• "Mmmmm…can nawt get enuff uv dat tripolyphosphate…."