boric acid

• Ácido fraco e branco, cristalino, derivado do boro, geralmente usado como antisséptico, inseticida, retardante de chama ou em aplicações industriais e laboratoriais.

A weak, white, crystalline acid derived from boron, commonly used as an antiseptic, insecticide, flame retardant, or in industrial and laboratory applications.

1. Chemical compoundC1formal

   A weak, white, crystalline acid (H₃BO₃) used as an antiseptic, insecticide, and flame retardant.

   Composto químico

   • Boric acid is often used to treat minor eye infections.
   • The chemist prepared a solution of boric acid for the experiment.
   • Some ant killers contain boric acid as the active ingredient.

2. Antiseptic agentC1formal

   A mild antiseptic used in medical settings for cleaning wounds or treating fungal infections.

   Antisséptico

   • The doctor prescribed boric acid ear drops for the infection.
   • Boric acid powder can be applied to athlete's foot.
   • It is important to use boric acid only as directed by a professional.