Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cupr
Adjective
/ˈkjuːpr/
Definition
A term sometimes used in chemistry to refer to copper or its compounds.
Examples
- The cupric sulfate is often used in agricultural applications.
- In cuprous chloride, copper exhibits a different oxidation state than in cupric compounds.
Meaning
Relating to or containing copper, often used as a suffix in the naming of chemical compounds.
Synonyms
- Copper
- Copper-related
- Cupric
- Cuprous
