Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sulfurico
Adjective
/sʌlˈfʊərɪk/
Definition
Sulfuric refers to a compound or substance that contains sulfur in its chemical structure, often used in various industrial applications.
Examples
- Sulfuric acid is widely used in batteries and industrial processes.
- The laboratory handled sulfuric compounds with extreme care due to their corrosive nature.
Meaning
Relating to sulfur, specifically to sulfur’s properties and its compounds, particularly sulfuric acid.
Synonyms
- sulfurous
- sulphuric (British English spelling)