How Do You Spell OXAMIDIC ACID?

Pronunciation: [ˌɒksɐmˈɪdɪk ˈasɪd] (IPA)

Oxamidic acid is an organic compound with the chemical formula C2H3NO3. It is used in the production of plastics and as a stabilizer for herbicides. The word "oxamidic" is pronounced as /ɑksəˈmɪdɪk/ with the stress on the second syllable. The "ox" in the beginning represents the presence of an oxygen atom in the compound, while the "amidic" refers to the presence of an amide group, -CONH-, in the structure. The word "acid" is added to indicate the compound's acidic properties.

OXAMIDIC ACID Meaning and Definition

1. Oxamidic acid is a compound that belongs to the class of organic acids. It is also known as oxamidecarboxylic acid or amic acid. The chemical formula for oxamidic acid is C2H3NO3. It is made up of two carbonyl groups that are connected by a nitrogen atom with a hydroxyl group attached to it.

   Oxamidic acid is a weak acid, meaning it does not easily dissociate into ions in aqueous solutions. It is primarily used as an intermediate compound in the synthesis of various chemicals and pharmaceuticals. It plays a significant role in the production of certain types of plastics, resins, and dyes.

   In terms of its properties, oxamidic acid is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water. It has a melting point of around 201-203 degrees Celsius. Oxamidic acid is stable under normal conditions but can react with strong oxidizing agents.

   On a broader scale, the term oxamidic acid can also refer to a group of related compounds that possess similar structural features. These compounds include derivatives of oxamidic acid, where various functional groups are attached to the carbon or nitrogen atoms. These derivatives often exhibit distinct physical and chemical properties, enabling a wide range of applications in various industries.

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Etymology of OXAMIDIC ACID

The word "Oxamidic" is derived from "oxamide", which is a compound consisting of carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen atoms. The term "oxamide" is a combination of two parts: "oxa-" derived from "ox" meaning oxygen and "-amide" which is a suffix indicating a compound containing a carbonyl group attached to a nitrogen atom.

The word "acid" refers to a chemical compound that donates a proton (H+) or accepts an electron pair in a chemical reaction.