Sulfur Dioxide
Also known as: Sulphur Dioxide
Description
Sulfur Dioxide is a colorless gas with a suffocating odor, produced exogenously by burning Sulfur. It liquefies readily under pressure. Sulfur Dioxide also exists as an endogenous Gas (as a component of Flatulence and Body Odor).
Chemical Name: SO2
Commercial Usage of Sulfur Dioxide
Food Processing Methods
Liquefied Sulfur Dioxide is a common Food Preservative and is classified as a Sulfite when used for this purpose.
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