dithionous acid


di·thi·o·nous acid

(dī-thī′ə-nəs)n. An unstable acid, H2S2O4, that is found chiefly in the form of its salts and is used as a bleaching and reducing agent. Also called hydrosulfurous acid.
[di- + Greek theion, sulfur + -ous.]

dithionous acid

(daɪˈθaɪənəs) n (Elements & Compounds) an unstable dibasic acid known only in solution and in the form of dithionite salts. It is a powerful reducing agent. Formula: H2S2O4. Also called: hyposulphurous acid or hydrosulphurous acid [from di-1 + thion-, from Greek theion sulphur + -ous]