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* [[Carbon dioxide]] | |||
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* [[Ethanol]] | |||
* [[Methane]] | |||
* [[Nitric acid]] | |||
* [[Nitroglycerin]] | |||
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* [[Sulfuric acid]] | |||
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Revision as of 14:17, 7 January 2023
Boric acid is a chemical compound of boron, oxygen, and hydrogen with formula B(OH)3. It is usually encountered as colorless crystals or a white powder that dissolves in water, and occurs in nature as the mineral sassolite. It is a weak acid that yields various borate anions and salts, and can react with alcohols to form borate esters.
Uses
Boric acid is often used as an antiseptic, insecticide, flame retardant, neutron absorber, or precursor to other boron compounds.
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