sulfate A salt or ester of sulfuric acid (H2SO4). Sulfate salts contain the ion –SO42-. A common example is copper (II) sulfate, CuSO4. Organic sulfates have the formula R2SO4, where R is an organic group. Related categories INORGANIC CHEMISTRY ORGANIC CHEMISTRY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) |