HClO₃ is the chemical formula for chloric acid, which is an oxoacid. It is a strong acid that dissociates completely in water to release hydrogen ions (H+).
Related terms
Oxoacids: Acids containing oxygen atoms bonded to one or more hydrogen atoms, along with at least one other element.
Strong Acid: An acid that completely dissociates (breaks apart) into its constituent ions when dissolved in water.
Dissociation: The separation of molecules or compounds into their constituent atoms or ions.