PLATINIC
\platˈɪnɪk], \platˈɪnɪk], \p_l_a_t_ˈɪ_n_ɪ_k]\
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Of, pertaining to, or containing, platinum; - used specifically to designate those compounds in which the element has a higher valence, as contrasted with the platinous compounds; as, platinic chloride (PtCl4).
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