Hydrous
Hydrous
Hydrous (/ˈhaɪdrəs/), derived from the Greek word 'hydor' meaning water, is a term used in chemistry to describe a compound that contains water or its elements. The term is often used to refer to minerals that contain water in their structure, although it can also refer to any substance that contains water.
Etymology
The term 'hydrous' is derived from the Greek word 'hydor' which means water. It is combined with the suffix '-ous' which is used in chemistry to indicate a lower oxidation state. The term is used to describe compounds that contain water or its elements.
Related Terms
- Anhydrous: A term used to describe a substance that does not contain water. It is the opposite of hydrous.
- Hydrate: A compound that contains water molecules. Hydrates are often hydrous.
- Hydrology: The study of water and its distribution, circulation, and properties in the atmosphere and on the earth's surface.
- Hydrophilic: A term used to describe substances that are attracted to water. These substances are often hydrous.
- Hydrophobic: A term used to describe substances that repel water. These substances are typically not hydrous.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hydrous
- Wikipedia's article - Hydrous
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