| 1. boric acid [ Synonyms: orthoboric acid] | |
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A white or colorless slightly acid solid that is soluble in water and ethanol; used in the manufacture of glass and paper and adhesives and in detergents and as a flux in welding; also used as an antiseptic and food preservative
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| 2. boric acid [ Synonyms: boracic acid] | |
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Any of various acids containing boron and oxygen
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