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Definition
Hydrochloric acid; a highly corrosive strong acid that is the main component of gastric acid.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the chemical compound in scientific or medical contexts. While it is a common term in chemistry, it is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing biology or industrial cleaning agents. It is distinct from the more general term 酸, which covers all acidic substances.
Examples
Hydrochloric acid is highly corrosive, so make sure not to touch it.
Do you know that there is hydrochloric acid inside your stomach?
Related words
Common phrases
dilute hydrochloric acid
concentrated hydrochloric acid
Common mistake
Learners often confuse it with common household vinegar, which is acetic acid. Using this term to describe food acidity is incorrect and sounds dangerous.
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Grammar guides
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
