How Do You Spell LITMUS PAPER?

Pronunciation: [lˈɪtməs pˈe͡ɪpə] (IPA)

Litmus paper is a useful tool for testing acidity or alkalinity in liquids. The spelling of this word follows the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) phonetic transcription system. The first syllable is pronounced "lit" with a short "i" sound, like "hit" without the "h." The second syllable is pronounced "məs" with a schwa sound in the middle, like "uh." So, the correct pronunciation of litmus paper is "LIT-məs PAY-per." Correct spelling and pronunciation are important for effective communication in scientific testing and analysis.

LITMUS PAPER Meaning and Definition

1. Litmus paper is defined as a type of pH indicator paper that is commonly used in laboratory settings to determine the acidity or alkalinity of a substance. It is a thin strip of filter paper or treated paper that is impregnated with a mixture of natural dyes extracted from lichens, particularly Roccella tinctoria.

   Litmus paper works by changing its color in response to the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution, which in turn indicates the pH level of the substance being tested. When dipped into a liquid or placed in contact with a substance, the paper changes color to signify whether the solution is acidic, alkaline, or neutral.

   Typically, litmus paper comes in two primary colors: blue and red. Blue litmus paper turns red in the presence of an acidic solution, while red litmus paper turns blue in the presence of an alkaline solution. If neither color change occurs, it suggests that the substance is neutral or approximately pH neutral (around 7 on the pH scale).

   Due to its simplicity and affordability, litmus paper is widely used in various scientific and educational settings. It is particularly handy for quick and qualitative assessments of a solution's pH level, providing a general idea of whether a substance is acidic or alkaline. Litmus paper is considered a fundamental tool in chemistry and is frequently used for classroom experiments, as well as for testing water quality, certain household products, and various industrial processes.

2. Blotting paper stained with litmus, employed to test the reaction of urine and other fluids, being turned red if the fluid is acid.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. Unsized paper, coloured with litmus, and used as a delicate test of the presence of acids, the feeblest acid turning litmus paper to a red colour.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of LITMUS PAPER

The word "litmus" comes from the Old Norse word "litmosi", which means "dye for staining". The term "litmus paper" originated from the combination of "litmus" and "paper". "Paper" derives from the Latin "papyrus", which is a type of writing material made from the papyrus plant. The resulting term "litmus paper" refers to the paper that has been stained or dyed with litmus, a natural dye derived from lichens, and is used to test the pH of substances.

Similar spelling words for LITMUS PAPER

• litmus test,
• tissue paper.