nitric

[ nahy-trik ]

/ ˈnaɪ trɪk /

containing nitrogen, usually in the pentavalent state.

of or relating to niter.

Origin of nitric

1785–95; nitr- + -ic, modeled on French nitrique

non·ni·tric, adjective

Nitric oxide helps to promote the flow of oxygen, so it may improve your endurance and fight fatigue during your sweat session.

6 Healthy Foods to Fight the Flu, Beat Stress and More |DailyBurn |February 5, 2014 |DAILY BEAST
Nitric acid makes it red, and if heated upon it, converts it into oxalic acid.

A Dictionary of Arts, Manufactures and Mines |Andrew Ure
It is soluble in nitric, hydrochloric, and dilute sulphuric acids.

Cooley's Practical Receipts, Volume II |Arnold Cooley
The residue is dissolved in water, a few drops of nitric acid added, and the solution divided into two portions.

Scientific American Supplement, No. 365, December 30, 1882 |Various

Much vexation often occurs in consequence of the various strengths of nitric acid.

Notes and Queries, Number 204, September 24, 1853 |Various
It is not absolutely necessary to even partially neutralize the nitric acid, but it is preferable.

Scientific American Supplement, No. 821, Sep. 26, 1891 |Various

nitric

/ (ˈnaɪtrɪk) /

of or containing nitrogen, esp in the pentavalent state

nitric

[ nī′trĭk ]

Containing nitrogen, especially nitrogen with a valence of 5. Compare nitrous.