boric acid

American  

noun

1. Also called orthoboric acid.  Chemistry, Pharmacology. a white, crystalline acid, H 3 BO 3 , occurring in nature or prepared from borax: used chiefly in the manufacture of ceramics, cements, glass, and enamels, for fireproofing, and in medicine in aqueous solution as a mild antiseptic.

2. Chemistry. any of a group of acids containing boron.

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boric acid British  

noun

1. Systematic name: trioxoboric(III) acid.  Also called: orthoboric acid.  a white soluble weakly acid crystalline solid used in the manufacture of heat-resistant glass and porcelain enamels, as a fireproofing material, and as a mild antiseptic. Formula: H 3 BO 3

2. any other acid containing boron

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boric acid Scientific  

/ bôr′ĭk /

1. A white or colorless crystalline compound that occurs naturally or is produced artificially from borax. It is used as an antiseptic and preservative, and in cements, enamels, and cosmetics. Chemical formula: H ₃ BO ₃ .

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Etymology

Origin of boric acid

First recorded in 1865–70

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boric acid

On the other hand, while Aqp10.2 in ray-finned fishes transport water and glycerol, they restrict urea and boric acid passage much more than Aqp10 and Aqp10.1.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 21, 2023

Their results indicate that Aqp10.2 in ray-finned fishes may have reduced or lost urea and boric acid permeabilities through evolution.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 21, 2023

Borax and the related boric acid are commonly used in household products including laundry cleaning products, wood preservers, fertilisers, contact lens solution and ant killers.

From Salon ● Jul. 26, 2023

Sugar bait with a toxicant, such as boric acid, typically works well, as many of the ant species that enter homes are sweet-loving ants.

From Seattle Times ● May 4, 2023

She says I’m getting odd and goes back to the lane and her chat with Mrs. Hannon and I blink and bathe my eyes with the boric acid powder in warm water.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt