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Nitric acid

Chemical Compound

Nitric acid, also known as aqua fortis and spirit of niter, is a highly corrosive strong mineral acid. The pure compound is colorless, but older samples tend to acquire a yellow cast due to the accumulation of oxides of nitrogen.Wikipedia

Formula:

HNO3

Density:

1.51 g/cm³

Molar mass:

63.01 g/mol

Boiling point:

181.4°F (83°C)

Melting point:

-43.6°F (-42°C)

IUPAC ID:

Nitric acid

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