boracic acid
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7.7
- noun
- /bəˈræsɪk ˈæsɪd/
- Archaic
:
ácido bórico
- Researchers commonly use boracic acid in laboratories as a buffer or antiseptic agent.
Examples
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The doctor applied a solution of boracic acid to the patient's wound to prevent infection.
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Manufacturers sometimes use boracic acid in the production of glass and ceramics.
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The doctor recommended using boracic acid for the infection.
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You can find boracic acids in many pharmacies.
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The doctor recommended using boracic acid to clean the wound effectively.
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You can find boracic acid in many antiseptic ointments at the pharmacy.
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After mixing the solution, she applied boracic acid to preserve the sample.
Synonyms
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A weak acid used to kill germs and insects and to make glass, paper, and glue
A weak white chemical used to kill germs and in glass making and lab work
How Acidic
- Specialized
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4.2
- Specialized
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4.1
- Specialized
- Archaic
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- Specialized
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4.4
Surface Forms
Morphology
The term is compositionally built from 'boracic' (relating to boron compounds) + 'acid' (a substance that reacts with bases), so the meaning 'an acid containing boron' is directly derivable from its parts. Chemical nomenclature is systematic and transparent, meaning a learner who knows both constituents would understand the MWE.
Etymology
Boracic acid may come from the mineral borax and the word acid. Chemists made a mild acid from the boron in borax, and because people used it to clean wounds and to 'prevent infection', the name points to an acid used as an antiseptic.