hy·dro·cy·an·ic acid (h  dr -s- n  k)n. An aqueous solution of hydrogen cyanide. Also called prussic acid. |
hydrocyanic acid [ˌhaɪdrəʊsaɪˈænɪk]
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) another name for hydrogen cyanide esp when in aqueous solution
| hydrocyanic acid (hdr-s-nk) An aqueous solution of hydrogen cyanide, having a characteristic smell of bitter almonds. Also called prussic acid. |
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | hydrocyanic acid - a solution of hydrogen cyanide in water; weak solutions are used in fumigating and in the synthesis of organic compounds acid - any of various water-soluble compounds having a sour taste and capable of turning litmus red and reacting with a base to form a salt |
How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|