tetracid


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te·trac·id

 (tĕ-trăs′ĭd)
adj.
1. Capable of reacting with four molecules of a monobasic acid. Used of a base.
2. Containing four replaceable hydrogen atoms. Used of an acid or acid salt.
n.
An acid containing four replaceable hydrogen atoms.
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tetracid

(tɛˈtræsɪd)
adj
(Chemistry) (of a base) capable of reacting with four molecules of a monobasic acid
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