chromic acid

American  

noun

1. a hypothetical acid, H 2 CrO 4 , known only in solution or in the form of its salts.

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chromic acid British  

noun

1. an unstable dibasic oxidizing acid known only in solution and in the form of chromate salts. Formula: H 2 CrO 4

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Etymology

Origin of chromic acid

First recorded in 1790–1800

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chromic acid

From an ergosterol derivative, which they acetylated, oxidized with chromic acid, hydrolized and distilled, they built up the white crystals of theelin.

From Time Magazine Archive

On immersion in a bath of chromic acid the bared surfaces are bitten into, while the unexposed parts remain unaffected.

From How it Works Dealing in simple language with steam, electricity, light, heat, sound, hydraulics, optics, etc., and with their applications to apparatus in common use by Archibald Williams

The treatment consists in stopping the use of tobacco, and painting the patches with chromic acid, tannic acid, or alum, and employing a chlorate of potash mouth-wash.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Alexander Miles

The dirt usually rubs off easily, as it has become friable from contact with the chromic acid.

From The Elements of Bacteriological Technique A Laboratory Guide for Medical, Dental, and Technical Students. Second Edition Rewritten and Enlarged. by J. W. H. (John William Henry) Eyre

Add to this 1⁄2 pound nitrate soda, 1 ounce chromic acid.

From Hawkins Electrical Guide, Number One Questions, Answers, & Illustrations, A Progressive Course of Study for Engineers, Electricians, Students and Those Desiring to acquire a Working Knowledge of Electricity and its Applications by Nehemiah Hawkins