1. relating to or containing carbon, especially carbon dioxide
Usage: chemistry

Examples

• Carbonic acid forms when carbon dioxide dissolves in water.
• The carbonic acid in soda gives it a slightly acidic taste.
• Limestone is dissolved by carbonic acid in rainwater.
• The carbonic anhydride in the atmosphere contributes to the greenhouse effect.
• Scientists study carbonic compounds in climate research.
• The carbonic content of the solution was measured in the lab.