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1. (n.) nitric acid
a colorless or yellowish, fuming, suffocating, caustic, water-soluble liquid, HNO
Etymology: (1790–1800)
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1. (noun) nitric acid, aqua fortis
acid used especially in the production of fertilizers and explosives and rocket fuels
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1. nitric acid
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)
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