cupric

[ kyoo-prik, koo- ]

adjective

1. of or containing copper, especially in the bivalent state, as cupric oxide, CuO.

cupric

/ ˈkjuːprɪk /

adjective

1. of or containing copper in the divalent state

cupric

/ ko̅o̅′prĭk,kyo̅o̅′- /

1. Containing copper, especially copper with a valence of 2.
2. Compare cuprous

Word History and Origins

Origin of cupric¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; cupr- + -ic

Word History and Origins

Origin of cupric¹

C18: from Late Latin cuprum copper

Example Sentences

It will take some time for any cupric ions actually to reach the electrode and be deposited as metallic copper.

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The relations may be illustrated by the discussion of the complex formed by the cupric-ion with tartrates.

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The greater portion of the copper, however, is present as part of the complex negative ion of cupric-tartaric acid and its salts.

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For ions of different valence, such as silver and cupric ions, the equilibrium equation assumes a somewhat less simple form.

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In the other vessel, copper is dissolving and the concentration of cupric-ion is increasing.

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