The term "Muriatic" refers to a type of acid that is highly corrosive and has strong oxidizing properties. It is also known as hydrochloric acid or HCl, which is produced commercially through the electrolysis of saltwater. Muriatic acid is commonly used in various industrial applications such as cleaning agents, chemical processing, and metal surface treatment. However, it should be handled with extreme caution due to its highly corrosive nature.