hydrogen chloride
a colorless gas, HCl, having a pungent odor: the anhydride of hydrochloric acid.
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hydrogen chloride, subjected to great pressure at a low temperature, is liquefied.
The Elements of Qualitative Chemical Analysis, vol. 1, parts 1 and 2. | Julius StieglitzA solution of hydrogen chloride in a poorly ionizing medium, like benzene or toluene, is an extremely poor conductor.
The Elements of Qualitative Chemical Analysis, vol. 1, parts 1 and 2. | Julius StieglitzFor example, the acid formed by hydrogen and chlorine is termed hydrochloric acid (and sometimes hydrogen chloride).
On being heated, ammonium chloride dissociates into ammonia and hydrogen chloride.
The Phase Rule and Its Applications | Alexander FindlayIn the case of hydrogen bromide and water, and of hydrogen chloride and water, a hydrate, viz.
The Phase Rule and Its Applications | Alexander Findlay
British Dictionary definitions for hydrogen chloride
a colourless pungent corrosive gas obtained by the action of sulphuric acid on sodium chloride: used in making vinyl chloride and other organic chemicals. Formula: HCl
an aqueous solution of hydrogen chloride; hydrochloric acid
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Scientific definitions for hydrogen chloride
A colorless, corrosive, suffocating gas used in making plastics and in many industrial processes. When mixed with water, it forms hydrochloric acid. Chemical formula: HCl.
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