Phosphoric (Adjective)
Meaning
Containing or characteristic of phosphorus; "phosphoric acid".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- Phosphoric acid is a colorless, odorless liquid used in a wide range of applications from food production to industrial manufacturing.
- The company specializes in producing phosphoric fertilizers for the agricultural sector.
- A solution of phosphoric acid in water is sometimes used to remove rust from metal surfaces.
- The laboratory tested various phosphoric compounds to determine their potential health risks.
- Phosphoric additives are commonly found in processed foods, particularly soft drinks.