Aqua fortis was prepared by mixing either sand, alum, or vitriol, or the last two together, with saltpeter, then distilling it by a hot fire.
en.wikipedia.org The novel is predominantly comic, with persistent melancholy and occasional vitriol also present.
en.wikipedia.org Other members soon respond, usually adding vitriol to the discussion, asking to be removed from the list, or pleading for the cessation of messages.
en.wikipedia.org Historically called acidum salis, muriatic acid, and spirits of salt, hydrochloric acid was produced from vitriol (sulfuric acid) and common salt.
en.wikipedia.org I liked it and recommend it to anyone who enjoys a spate of efficient indignation, graphic description, excellent narrative, excitement, and irony tempered with vitriol.
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