perchloric acid
a colorless, syrupy hygroscopic liquid, HClO4, an acid of chlorine containing one more oxygen atom than chloric acid: used chiefly as a reagent in analytical chemistry.
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Further concentration leads to decomposition, with evolution of oxygen and formation of perchloric acid.
perchloric acid is best prepared by distilling potassium perchlorate with concentrated sulphuric acid.
The alkaloid gives a fine magenta colour with perchloric acid.
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British Dictionary definitions for perchloric acid
/ (pəˈklɔːrɪk) /
a colourless syrupy oxyacid of chlorine containing a greater proportion of oxygen than chloric acid. It is a powerful oxidizing agent and is used as a laboratory reagent. Formula: HClO 4: Systematic name: chloric(VII) acid
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Scientific definitions for perchloric acid
[ pər-klôr′ĭk ]
A clear, colorless liquid that is very corrosive and, under some conditions, extremely explosive. It is a powerful oxidant and is used as a catalyst and in explosives. Chemical formula: HClO4.
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