Nitric acid (HNO3)

Definition

Nitric acid is a strong and highly corrosive acid that is commonly used in the production of fertilizers, explosives, and dyes. It is formed when nitrogen dioxide reacts with water.

Related terms

Nitrogen dioxide (NO2): A reddish-brown gas produced by burning fossil fuels, which reacts with water to form nitric acid.

Fertilizers:

Substances added to soil or plants to provide essential nutrients for growth.

Corrosive: Refers to substances that have the ability to eat away or destroy other materials through chemical reactions.