bismuthic

[ biz-myoo-thik, -muhth-ik, biz-muh-thik ]

adjective

, Chemistry.

1. of or containing bismuth, especially in the pentavalent state.

bismuthic

/ -ˈmʌθɪk; bɪzˈmjuːθɪk /

adjective

1. of or containing bismuth in the pentavalent state

Word History and Origins

Origin of bismuthic¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; bismuth + -ic

Example Sentences

Of or pertaining to bismuth; containing bismuth, when this element has its higher valence; as, bismuthic oxide.

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