Definition of hydrochloric acid Hydrochloric acid
hy•dro•chlo•ric ac•id
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What does hydrochloric acid mean?
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| hydrochloric acid - an aqueous solution of hydrogen chloride; a strongly corrosive acid | ||
| chlorohydric acid | ||
| acid street name for lysergic acid diethylamide | ||
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- hydrochloric acid (Noun)
A strong acid made by dissolving the gas, hydrogen chloride , in water. It reacts with alkalis, bases and many metals to form chlorides; it has many industrial applications.
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hydrochloric acid
A solution of hydrogen chloride gas in water.
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Hydrochloric acid is a chemical compound. It is a solution of hydrogen chloride (HCl) gas that is dissolved in water. It used to be called muriatic acid. It is widely used in industry, and it is also made by the stomach to help digest food.
Safety.
In high concentrations, hydrochloric acid can make acidic mists. Both the mist and the solution hurt human tissue. They are caustic, and can cause chemical burns. These can damage the eyes, the skin, the respiratory system, and other organs of the human body.
When hydrochloric acid is mixed with certain chemicals such as bleach, the toxic gas chlorine is made. When working with hydrochloric acid, certain safety measures should be taken. These include using rubber or PVC gloves, wearing goggles to protect the eyes, as well as special clothing that is resistant to chemicals.
The Environmental Protection Agency says hydrochloric acid is a toxin.
