triacid
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: //traɪˈæsɪd//
KK: /traɪˈæsɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing a substance that can react with three molecules of a monobasic acid or contains three replaceable hydrogen atoms.
Example
The triacid compound can neutralize three moles of a strong acid.
Conversation
Did you understand the lesson about triacid compounds in chemistry?
A bit, but I'm still confused about how they work.
Yeah, I found it interesting how they can react with three acids.
Right? It's fascinating how chemistry can get so complex!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
trihydric
trivalent
ternary
Antonyms
monobasic
dibasic
univalent
noun
Definition
A type of acid that has three hydrogen atoms that can be replaced in a chemical reaction.
Example
The chemist explained how a triacid can donate three protons in a reaction.
Conversation
Have you ever heard of a triacid?
No, what’s that?
It's an acid that has three replaceable hydrogen atoms.
Root Explanation
Triacid → It is formed from "tri-" (meaning three) and "acidus" (from Latin, meaning sour or sharp). The word "triacid" refers to a substance that has three acidic groups or characteristics.
Memory Tip
Think of 'three' ('tri-') and 'sour' ('acidus') to remember that 'triacid' refers to a substance with three sour or acidic properties.
Visually Confused Words
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tetracid
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