Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ceric

Adjective
/ˈsɛrɪk/
Definition
Relating to or containing cerium, especially when it is in a tetravalent state.
Examples
  • Ceric oxide is commonly used in various industrial applications.
  • The ceric ion can serve as an oxidizing agent in many chemical reactions.
Meaning
Ceric is often used in chemistry to describe compounds containing cerium with a +4 oxidation state.
Synonyms
  • None commonly accepted.