tribasic

/ˈtraɪbæsɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or involving three bases, especially in organic chemistry.

“Tribasic acid is commonly used in various chemical reactions.”

2. noun

A compound with three replaceable hydrogen atoms.

“The tribasic compound reacted with the base in the presence of a catalyst.”

Synonyms

  • polybasic
  • three-carbon
  • trivalent

Antonyms

  • monobasic
  • univalent