manganic

[ man-gan-ik, mang- ]

adjective

, Chemistry.

1. of or containing manganese, especially in the trivalent state.

manganic

/ mænˈɡænɪk /

adjective

1. of or containing manganese in the trivalent state

Word History and Origins

Origin of manganic¹

First recorded in 1830–40; mangan(ese) + -ic

Example Sentences

Sienna, like umber, is essentially a silicate of iron and alumina, containing manganic oxide.

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Manganese forms two unstable acids, namely, manganic acid and permanganic acid.

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Gluconic acid distilled with hydrochloric acid gave traces of furfural; so also with sulphuric acid and manganic oxide.

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It is produced by igniting manganous carbonate, or manganic oxide, or manganic peroxide.

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Prepared on the large scale by heating a mixture of manganic peroxide and sodium hydrate to redness in a current of air.

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