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bitter salts

/ˈbɪtər sɔːlts/

Tradução: Nome comum do sulfato de magnésio, composto químico usado em sais de banho, como laxante e para aliviar dores musculares.

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/ˈbɪtər sɔːlts/C1formalmedical
  • ptNome comum do sulfato de magnésio, composto químico usado em sais de banho, como laxante e para aliviar dores musculares.

A common name for magnesium sulfate, a chemical compound often used in bath salts, as a laxative, or for soothing sore muscles.

  1. Magnesium sulfate compoundB2formal

    A white crystalline substance, magnesium sulfate heptahydrate, used as a laxative, for soaking sore muscles, and in various industrial applications.

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    • The doctor recommended dissolving bitter salts in warm water for a relaxing bath.
    • She took a spoonful of bitter salts to relieve her constipation.
    • Bitter salts are often used in gardening to improve plant growth.