tetracid
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈtɛtrəsɪd/
KK: /tɛtrəsɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing a substance that can react with four molecules of a simple acid or contains four replaceable hydrogen atoms.
Example
The tetracid compound can neutralize four moles of a monobasic acid.
Conversation
Did you know that some acids can be classified as tetracid?
Really? I haven't heard that term before.
Yeah, it means they can react with four hydrogen atoms.
That sounds interesting! I should look into it more.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
quaternary
quadrivalent
tetrahedral
Antonyms
monovalent
divalent
trivalent
noun
Definition
A type of acid that has four hydrogen atoms that can be replaced in chemical reactions.
Example
Tetracids are important in various chemical processes due to their ability to donate multiple protons.
Conversation
Have you ever heard of a tetracid?
No, I haven't. What is it?
It's an acid that has four replaceable hydrogen atoms.
Root Explanation
Tetracid → It is formed from "tetra-" (from Greek "tettares", meaning four) and "acid" (from Latin "acidus", meaning sour or sharp). The word refers to a compound that contains four acidic groups.
Memory Tip
Think of 'four' ('tetra-') acidic groups in a compound to remember that 'tetracid' refers to a substance with four acidic properties.
Visually Confused Words
triacid
peracid