nickelous

[ nik-uh-luhs ]

adjective

, Chemistry.

1. containing bivalent nickel.

nickelous

/ ˈnɪkələs /

adjective

1. of or containing nickel, esp in the divalent state

Word History and Origins

Origin of nickelous¹

First recorded in 1875–80; nickel + -ous

Example Sentences

From nickelous carbonate and hydrochloric acid, as the acetate.

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By crystallising a mixture of nickelous and potassium sulphates.

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In other respects, its physiological action seems to be very similar to that of nickelous oxide.

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By neutralising acetic acid with nickelous carbonate, and gently concentrating by evaporation, so that crystals may form.

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Dissolve nickelous carbonate or oxide in dilute sulphuric acid, evaporate down, and crystallise.

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