chloric

English

Etymology

From chlor- +‎ -ic.

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Adjective

chloric (not comparable)

  1. (chemistry) Of a compound, containing chlorine with a higher oxidation number than equivalent chlorous compounds; especially having an oxidation number of 5.

Derived terms

Expressions
  • chloric acid
  • chloric anhydride
  • chloric oxide
  • chlorochloric acid

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