SELENIC

Etymology

Adjective

selenic (comparative more selenic, superlative most selenic)

Of or relating to the Moon.

(inorganic chemistry) Of, pertaining to or containing selenium, especially in a higher oxidation state than the corresponding selenious compound

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Source: Wiktionary


Se*len"ic, a. Etym: [Cf. F. sélénique.] (Chem.)

Definition: Of or pertaining to selenium; derived from, or containing, selenium; specifically, designating those compounds in which the element has a higher valence as contrasted with selenious compounds.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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