ALKALIOUS Meaning and
Definition
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Alkalious is an adjective that describes a substance or solution that has an alkaline, or basic, nature. It refers to the chemical property of being capable of neutralizing acids, thereby showing a higher concentration of hydroxide ions (OH-) compared to hydrogen ions (H+).
In practical terms, alkalious substances typically have a pH level greater than 7. A pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, where a value of 7 is considered neutral (neither acidic nor alkaline). Thus, alkalious substances exhibit pH levels greater than 7, indicating a higher concentration of hydroxide ions and a lower concentration of hydrogen ions.
Alkalious substances can be found in various forms, such as alkaline soils or alkaline water. Alkalinity is an important characteristic in many aspects of chemistry and biology. It can affect the solubility and reactivity of various chemicals, influence the growth of certain plants, and play a role in maintaining the pH balance of bodily fluids.
The term "alkalious" is derived from the word "alkali," which refers to substances that dissolve in water and produce hydroxide ions. While "alkaline" is a more commonly used term, "alkalious" specifically emphasizes the basic nature of a substance or solution.
Common Misspellings for ALKALIOUS
- zlkalious
- slkalious
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- akkalious
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- alkakious
- alkapious
- alkaoious
Etymology of ALKALIOUS
The word "alkalious" is derived from the noun "alkali", which comes from Arabic "al-qaly" or "al-qali", meaning "ashes of saltwort" or "calcined ashes". It was used to refer to certain mineral substances that had a high pH or alkaline nature. The suffix "-ous" is commonly used in English to form an adjective indicating the presence or nature of something. Hence, "alkalious" means having alkaline properties or characteristics.
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