What is another word for oxalate?

Pronunciation: [ˈɒksɐlˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

Oxalate is a chemical compound that is commonly found in many plants and vegetables. It is also found in some animal products, such as egg yolks and liver. The term oxalate can refer to a number of different compounds that contain the oxalate ion. There are several synonyms for the word oxalate, including oxalic acid, calcium oxalate, and potassium oxalate. Other related terms include oxalate salts, oxalate crystals, and oxalate stones. While oxalate is an important compound for many biological and chemical processes, it can also cause health issues if consumed too much, such as kidney stones.

Synonyms for Oxalate:

What are the hypernyms for Oxalate?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Oxalate?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for oxalate (as nouns)

Usage examples for Oxalate

2. Calculus made up of oxalate of lime magnified 215 times.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
They have a specific gravity of 1.109 to 1.637, and are composed chiefly of ammonio-magnesium phosphate, oxalate of lime, and organic matter, with a little carbonate of lime and magnesia.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
A less common constituent of urinary calculi is the insoluble oxalate of lime.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler

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