perchloric acid
"Perchloric acid" is a highly reactive and powerful acid with significant industrial and laboratory applications.
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Definition
C1Chemistry
(technical, industrial)A colorless, highly corrosive liquid used as a strong acid and oxidizing agent in various chemical processes.
Example
- Perchloric acid is often used in the production of perchlorate salts.
- Safety precautions are essential when handling perchloric acid due to its highly reactive nature.
C1Industrial Applications
(technical)A compound with the formula HClOâ‚„, used in etching, cleaning, and as an oxidizer in rocket fuel.
Example
- Perchloric acid plays a crucial role in the manufacturing of liquid crystal displays.
- Ammonium perchlorate, derived from perchloric acid, is a key component in rocket propulsion.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "perchloric acid":
perchlorobenzoic acidpyrophosphoric acidmuriatic acidhydrogen acidsulfamic acidpectic acid