Inorganic Chemical
nitric acid Audio
ni·tric ac·id [ ny-trik a-sid ]
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Definitions related to nitric acid:
  • A toxic, corrosive, colorless liquid used to make fertilizers, dyes, explosives, and other chemicals.
    NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • Nitric acid (HNO3). A colorless liquid that is used in the manufacture of inorganic and organic nitrates and nitro compounds for fertilizers, dye intermediates, explosives, and many different organic chemicals. Continued exposure to vapor may cause chronic bronchitis; chemical pneumonitis may occur. (From Merck Index, 11th ed)
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
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