Pronunciations (2)
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/haɪˈdɹɒks.aɪd/
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haɪ.ˈdɹɒks.aɪd
Noun
A univalent anion (OH⁻) based on the hydroxyl functional group.
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A sample of carbon removed from the ocean in the solid form of calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide from UCLA's SeaChange program -- now known as Equatic -- in 2023.
Any substance containing such an anion.
Noun
a compound of an oxide with water
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a chemical compound containing the hydroxyl group
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