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Definition of «nitric»

The term nitric refers to something related to or containing nitrogen in its compound form. It can also describe a solution that contains nitrates, which are ions with the chemical formula NO3-. Nitric is often used as an adjective to describe substances such as nitric acid (HNO3), nitrate salts, and other nitrogen-containing compounds.

Usage examples

  1. Nitric acid: A corrosive and highly reactive liquid compound commonly used in laboratory settings for various purposes, such as cleaning and etching metals.
  2. Nitric oxide: A colorless gas produced by the body, which has important roles in dilating blood vessels and transmitting signals between cells.
  3. Nitric compounds: Chemical substances that contain the element nitrogen, such as nitric oxide, nitric acid, and various nitrogen-containing fertilizers.
  4. Nitric cycle: The natural process by which nitrogen is converted and transferred between different forms in the environment, involving processes such as nitrogen fixation, nitrification, and denitrification.
  5. Nitric oxide supplements: Dietary supplements that are claimed to increase the production of nitric oxide in the body, promoting better blood flow and improving exercise performance.

Phrases with «nitric»

Sentences with «nitric»

  • Recently, researchers have produced a new zeolite that is surprisingly stable and makes very little nitrous oxide from nitric oxide, a chemical that depletes ozone. (pnnl.gov)
  • Increases of nitric oxides of more than 20? (sciencedaily.com)
  • To demonstrate one potential use of the nanoparticles, the research team used them as advanced catalysts for ammonia oxidation, which is a key step in the production of nitric acid (a liquid acid that is used in the production of ammonium nitrate for fertilizers, making plastics, and in the manufacturing of dyes). (sciencedaily.com)
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