Acid of borax
Description
Common name for Boric acid prior to the standardization of chemical compound names about 1800 (Schur 1985).
Synonyms and Related Terms
boric acid
Additional Information
S. Schur, "Conservation Terminology: A Review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials", Technology and Conservation, 1985.
Authority
- Susan E. Schur, Conservation Terminology: A review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials, Technology and Conservation, Spring (p.34-39); Summer (p.35-38); Fall (p.25-36), 1985