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Definition of Tetrabasic

1. a. Capable of neutralizing four molecules of a monacid base; having four hydrogen atoms capable of replacement by bases; quadribasic; -- said of certain acids; thus, normal silicic acid, Si(OH)₄, is a tetrabasic acid.

Definition of Tetrabasic

1. Adjective. (chemistry of an acid) containing four replaceable hydrogen atoms ¹

2. Adjective. (chemistry of a salt) having four atoms of a univalent metal ¹

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Medical Definition of Tetrabasic

1. Capable of neutralising four molecules of a monacid base; having four hydrogen atoms capable of replacement by bases; quadribasic; said of certain acids; thus, normal silicic acid, Si(OH)4, is a tetrabasic acid. Origin: Tetra- + basic. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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