Words Starting With "T"

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Thiophosphate

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Thiophosphate is a type of organosulfur compound that contains a sulfur atom bonded to three oxygen atoms, in the form of an anion. It is a phosphate group (PO4) with one of the oxygen atoms replaced by a sulfur atom (S).

Thiophosphoric

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Thiophosphoric acid is a phosphorus-containing oxoacid and a hormone-like compound used as a pesticide.<br><br>Alternatively, thiophosphoric acid may refer to dithiophosphoric acid).<br><br>Dithiophosphoric acid is often called in the industry "PST" or Pesticide Solubilizing Treatment; this is incorrect, since PST is actually a di-ester, typically tri-n-butyl-dithiophosphate, a compound producing PS bond dithiophosphoric acid.

Thiophthene

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Thiophene is a five-membered ring containing one sulfur atom and four carbon atoms. It is an aromatic heterocyclic compound and a sulfur heterocycle.

Thiopurine

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Thiopurine is a type of chemotherapy medication used to treat several types of cancer and autoimmune diseases. It belongs to a class of drugs known as antimetabolites, which work by inhibiting the growth of certain cells that are rapidly dividing.<br><br>Thiopurines are commonly used to treat leukemia, lymphoma, and rheumatoid arthritis. They are usually given intravenously or orally, and can be administered alone or in combination with other medications.<br><br>Common examples of thiopurines include mercaptopurine, azathioprine, and thioguanine.

Thioridazine

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Thioridazine is a medication used to treat schizophrenia. It's a type of antipsychotic medication that works by reducing the effects of dopamine in the brain, which can become overactive in people with schizophrenia. Thioridazine is also known by its brand name Mellaril.

Thiosaccharinates

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Thiosaccharinates are a class of compounds that contain the thiosaccharin acid group, which is a type of compound that contains a sulfur-containing functional group. Thiosaccharinates are often used in the synthesis of other chemicals, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals, food additives, and other industrial chemicals.<br><br>In more detail, thiosaccharinates are esters of thiosaccharinic acid, a compound that contains a sulfur-containing acid group. Thiosaccharinic acid is a byproduct of the oxidation of certain sulfur-containing compounds, and it can be used to synthesize a variety of other compounds.<br><br>Thiosaccharinates have a number of properties that make them useful in various applications, including:<br><br> Solubility: Thiosaccharinates are often highly soluble in water and other polar solvents, making them useful in a variety of applications.<br> Chemical stability: Thiosaccharinates are relatively stable compounds that can withstand a range of chemical reactions and conditions.<br> Bioactivity: Thiosaccharinates have been shown to have a variety of biological activities, including antibacterial and antifungal properties.<br><br>Overall, thiosaccharinates are an important class of compounds with a range of applications in fields such as pharmaceuticals, food additives, and industrial chemicals.

Thiosulfate

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Thiosulfate is a polyatomic anion that consists of one sulfur atom bonded to an sulfur atom which is bonded to an oxygen atom and three hydroxide ions. It has the formula S2O3^2- and when in solution, its containing compounds give a pale yellow color to the solution. Thiosulfate is used as a precipitation reagent in quantitative inorganic analysis.

Thiosulfinates

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The term "thiosulfinates" refers to a class of sulfur-containing organic compounds that contain a thioaldehydic group, characteristic of thiosalicyl-group and exhibit a 1,2-thiosulfonate structure with a general formula RSSO2SO2R'.

Thiosulphate

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Thiosulphate is a compound that contains sulfur in a low oxidation state, specifically the sequence of oxidation states +2 and -2. It is commonly used in various applications, particularly in the following areas:<br><br>1. Photography: Thiosulfate is used as a fixer in photographic development, because it reduces unexposed silver halide crystals remaining in the photographic emulsion, removing the light-sensitive silver halides and fixing the photograph.<br>2. Chemical analysis: Thiosulfate is used as a disruptive agent to separate gold and platinum group metals from other metals, due to its ability to convert them into their persulfide form.<br>3. Pharmaceutical industry: Thiosulfates are used in certain pharmaceutical preparations, such as in some painkillers and other medications.<br>4. Textile industry: Thiosulfates are used in the textile industry to remove silver deposits from fabrics.<br>5.ossil frying: Thiosulfate is used as an analytical reagent for the detection of silver and gold.<br><br>In molecular form, thiosulfate is typically represented as S2O3²⁻ or O₃S-SO₃²⁻.

Thiosulphates

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Thiosulfates, or thiosulphates, are a class of sulphonates in which the sulfur atom is in an intermediate oxidation state rather than the +6 of the sulfate ion (SO42-). Thiosulphates are found naturally in small quantities in some minerals such as gypsum and selenite.

Thiosulphuric

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Thiosulphuric acid is a chemical compound with the formula H2S2O3. It is a colorless oily liquid that has the power to dissolve many metals.

Thiotepa

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Thiotepa is a medication used in chemotherapy. It is a nitrogen mustard alkylating agent and works by attaching an alkyl group to the DNA of cancer cells, which interferes with their replication and ultimately leads to cell death.<br><br>It is used to treat various types of cancer, including ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, and bladder cancer, as well as certain types of leukemia and lymphoma.<br><br>Thiotepa is administered intravenously or injected directly into the pleural or peritoneal spaces, and its effects are generally immediate. However, its use is limited by its toxicity and the risk of severe side effects, including bone marrow suppression, infections, and lung damage.<br><br>It is often used in combination with other chemotherapy agents and can be given in different ways, including intravenous infusion, intraperitoneal injection, or via a port-a-cath.

Thiothixene

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Thiothixene is a antipsychotic medication used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It is a thioxanthene derivative and works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain, which helps to reduce symptoms of psychosis such as hallucinations and delusions.

Thiothixine

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Thiopenthone, also known as thiothixine, is a thioxanthene derivative that has been used as an antipsychotic in the treatment of some psychiatric conditions, particularly schizophrenia.

Thiotolene

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Thiotolene is a type of anionic detergent, also known as an anionic surfactant. It is a chemical compound that belongs to the class of aniline dyes and is used in a variety of applications such as textiles, paper, and petroleum industry.<br><br>In other contexts, thiotolene may also refer to a specific type of fragrance, also known as an anisole.

Thiouracil

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6-Thiouracil is a medication used to treat hyperthyroidism.

Thiourea

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Thiourea is a chemical compound with the formula CS(NH2)2. It is an isomer of urea, where sulfur is substituted for a carbon atom in the six-membered ring. Thiourea is a white crystal at room temperature, and has a sulfur-like odor when pure. It is commonly used in chemistry as a reagent, as well as in lead batteries, pesticides, and dyes.

Thiouronium

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Thiouronium compounds are organosulfur compounds that contain a sulfur atom bonded to two thioether groups and a quaternary ammonium group. They are found in some medicinal and veterinary pharmaceutical products.

Thioxanthene

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A xanthene-based compound that is used as a chemical intermediate.

Thioxanthenes

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Thioxanthenes are a class of xanthene compounds, which are a type of organic compound that are known for their various applications, particularly in the fields of chemistry and science.<br><br>More specifically, thioxanthenes are a type of thioketone (thioaldehydes) derived from xanthenes, which are characterized by the presence of a sulfur atom (sulfur) instead of an oxygen atom in the ketone group.<br><br>They have been studied for various biological and medicinal properties, including antimicrobial and antitumor activities.

Thioxanthine

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Thioxanthine is a chemical compound belonging to the class of xanthines (which also includes caffeine and theobromine).

Thioxanthines

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A group of heterocyclic compounds that contain a xanthine ring system with an aldehyde group (CHO) at the 3 position. Thioxanthines and their derivatives are metabolites of caffeine, a xanthine alkaloid found in plants, and are also chemically related to phenothiazine antipsychotics.

Thioxene

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A thioether or thio alcohol is an organic compound that contains a sulfur atom connected to two alkyl or aryl groups by single covalent bonds.

Third-party

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A third-party refers to an individual or organization that is not directly involved in a situation, transaction, or relationship between two other parties. They may provide services, goods, or support to both parties, often in a neutral or impartial manner. Examples:<br><br> A third-party mediator in a dispute resolution process<br> A third-party payment processor for online transactions<br> A third-party maintenance provider for a large corporation<br> A third-party auditor for a company's financial statements<br><br>The term implies independence, impartiality, and often a level of objectivity, as the third-party is not biased towards one of the other parties involved.

Third-world

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third-world (adjective)<br><br>1. relating to or characteristic of countries that are economically underdeveloped and often poor, typically with a low standard of living and few modern amenities.<br><br>Example: "The country's third-world status made it difficult for tourists to access basic necessities like clean water and electricity."

Third

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Being third in a set or series of things; the third in a set or series; being after the second and before the fourth in order or rank.

Thirdly

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Used to indicate the third point in a series of arguments or actions. Example: "Firstly, I'll phone my mother. Secondly, I'll buy some milk. Thirdly, I'll go to the bank."

Thirds

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Divided into three equal parts.<br><br>Example: She divided the pie into thirds and gave one to each of her children.

Thiridazine

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Thiothixene is a medication of the thioxanthene class that is used to treat schizophrenia.

Thirl

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adjective<br><br>remaining after the removal or destruction of most of something; a small remainder the thinnest curl of smoke remained in the air.

Thirlage

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The word "thirlage" is an archaic or obsolete term, but it refers to:<br><br>Thirlage (or Field Thirlage) - a traditional English law term, used primarily in the 16th to 19th centuries in England. It refers to the obligation on a tenant to graze a certain number of cattle on the common land they hold. The amount of cattle was usually set according to the size and quality of their landholding.

Thirst-quenching

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Describing something that is satisfying or refreshing, often associated with something that helps to satisfy one's thirst or hunger.

Thirst

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A strong desire or need to drink something, especially water, caused by lack of fluids in the body.

Thirsted

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PAST TENSE OF "thirst". To feel or show a desire for a drink, often because one is thirsty.

Thirstier

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Having a greater desire for something, especially drink, due to a physical need or a lack of something.

Thirstiest

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Most extremely thirsty.