Advertisement

Advertisement

ruthenic

[ roo-then-ik, -thee-nik ]

adjective

, Chemistry.
  1. containing ruthenium in a higher valence state than the corresponding ruthenious compound.


ruthenic

/ ruːˈθɛnɪk /

adjective

  1. of or containing ruthenium, esp in a high valency state


Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of ruthenic1

First recorded in 1840–50; ruthen(ium) + -ic

Discover More

Example Sentences

Ruthenic Sesquioxide (Ru2O3); occurs in the anhydrous form when the metal is ignited in a current of air.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement


Ruthenianruthenious