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alkalinity

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun alkalinity has 1 sense
  1. alkalinity - pH values above 7
    --1 is a kind of
    pH, pH scale
    Antonyms: acidity

Definitions from the Web

Term: Alkalinity

Description:

Alkalinity is a measure of the capacity of a substance, such as water or soil, to resist changes in pH caused by the addition of acids. It is commonly associated with the presence of alkaline substances or bases, which elevate the pH level above 7.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The alkalinity of the water in the lake helped sustain a diverse ecosystem.
  2. Gardeners often test the alkalinity of their soil before selecting plants for their garden.
  3. Excessive alkalinity in swimming pools can cause skin irritation in some individuals.

Usages:

As a Noun:

The alkalinity of the solution made it suitable for use in the laboratory experiments.

As an Adjective:

The alkalinity levels in the river have been steadily increasing due to industrial waste.

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