ScienceAugust 30, 2026

boric

BOR-ik

Definition

Relating to or derived from boron, specifically in the context of the acid (boric acid) used as an additive in the concrete mixture.

Etymology

Derived from the element boron, which itself comes from the Arabic 'bawraq' or Persian 'burah,' words historically used to refer to borax.

In the news

In the article, boric acid is identified as one of the components of a biopolymer used to bind toxic lead in concrete, preventing it from leaching into the environment.

Miami researchers tested concrete that replaced sand with leaded CRT glass; a biopolymer helped limit lead

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The Economic Times

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