adj
ferric
Ferric (adj) means pertaining to, derived from, or containing iron.
adj
1
Pertaining to, derived from, or containing iron.
2
Of compounds of iron in which it has a valence or oxidation number of +3.
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Etymology
From Latin ferricus, from ferrum (“iron”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of ferric?
"ferric" (adj) means pertaining to, derived from, or containing iron.
What are the different meanings of ferric?
"ferric" has 2 main meanings: 1. Pertaining to, derived from, or containing iron; 2. Of compounds of iron in which it has a valence or oxidation number of +3.