Mercuric: meaning, definitions and examples
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mercuric
[ məˈkjʊərɪk ]
chemical element
Relating to or containing mercury, especially with a valence of two.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Mercuric chloride is a toxic compound used in some laboratory experiments.
- The mercuric oxide battery was commonly used in the past.
- Exposure to mercuric compounds can lead to serious health issues.
Translations
Translations of the word "mercuric" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mercúrico
🇮🇳 पारा युक्त
🇩🇪 quecksilberhaltig
🇮🇩 merkuri
🇺🇦 ртутний
🇵🇱 rtęciowy
🇯🇵 水銀の
🇫🇷 mercureux
🇪🇸 mercurioso
🇹🇷 cıvalı
🇰🇷 수은의
🇸🇦 زئبقي
🇨🇿 rtuťnatý
🇸🇰 ortuťnatý
🇨🇳 汞的
🇸🇮 živosrebrni
🇮🇸 kvikasilfur
🇰🇿 сынапты
🇬🇪 ვერცხლისწყლის
🇦🇿 civə
🇲🇽 mercurioso
Word origin
The word 'mercuric' originates from the Latin word 'mercurius', which refers to the Roman god Mercury. Mercury was associated with speed, communication, and commerce in Roman mythology. The term 'mercuric' has been used in the context of chemistry and chemical elements, particularly in relation to compounds containing mercury with a valence of two. The use of mercuric compounds has declined due to their toxic nature and harmful effects on health and the environment.