super acid (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈsuːpər ˈæsɪd/
Definition
A super acid is an acid that is significantly stronger than sulfuric acid, often used in chemical reactions and synthesis.
Examples
The chemist added a drop of super acid to the solution to catalyze the reaction.
Super acids are commonly used in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
How to Use super acid
- handle with care (prepositional phrase)
- to treat something with caution due to its potential danger — "The researcher had to handle the super acid with care to avoid any accidents."
- use in a reaction (verb phrase)
- to utilize a substance in a chemical reaction — "The chemist used the super acid in the reaction to catalyze the process."
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