vanadic

[vuh-nad-ik, -ney-dik]

adjective Chemistry.

of or containing vanadium, especially in the trivalent or pentavalent state.

Origin of vanadic

First recorded in 1830–40; vanad(ium) + -ic

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Historical Examples of vanadic

This oxytrichloride is a yellow fuming liquid, which is instantly decomposed by water into vanadic and hydrochloric acids.
Cooley's Practical Receipts, Volume II
Arnold Cooley
Microcosmic salt and vanadic acid fuse in the oxidation flame to a dark yellow bead which, upon cooling, loses much of its color.
A System of Instruction in the Practical Use of the Blowpipe
Anonymous
Vanadic Acid (VO3) fuses upon platinum foil to a deep orange liquid, which becomes crystalline after cooling.
A System of Instruction in the Practical Use of the Blowpipe
Anonymous
Vanadic acid fuses with carbonate of soda upon charcoal, and is absorbed.
A System of Instruction in the Practical Use of the Blowpipe
Anonymous
It is here distinguished from vanadic acid, which gives a brownish or yellow bead while hot.
A System of Instruction in the Practical Use of the Blowpipe
Anonymous

British Dictionary definitions for vanadic

vanadic

adjective

of or containing vanadium, esp in a trivalent or pentavalent state

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