Alkali: meaning, definitions and examples
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alkali
[ หรฆl.kษ.laษช ]
chemistry, base
Alkali refers to a subset of bases that are soluble in water and have a pH greater than 7. Common examples include sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide. Alkalis produce hydroxide ions (OH-) when dissolved in water, which is responsible for their basic properties. They are fundamental in various chemical processes and have applications in industries such as pharmaceuticals, cleaning products, and agriculture.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Sodium hydroxide is a strong alkali used in soap making.
- The alkali content in the soil can affect plant growth.
- Be cautious when handling alkalis as they can cause chemical burns.
Translations
Translations of the word "alkali" in other languages:
๐ต๐น รกlcali
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคทเคพเคฐเฅเคฏ
๐ฉ๐ช Alkali
๐ฎ๐ฉ alkali
๐บ๐ฆ ะปัะถะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ alkalia
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใซใซใช
๐ซ๐ท alcali
๐ช๐ธ รกlcali
๐น๐ท alkali
๐ฐ๐ท ์์นผ๋ฆฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูููู
๐จ๐ฟ alkรกlie
๐ธ๐ฐ alkalita
๐จ๐ณ ็ขฑ
๐ธ๐ฎ alkalij
๐ฎ๐ธ alkalรญ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐะปะบะฐะปะธ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ alkali
๐ฒ๐ฝ รกlcali
Etymology
The term 'alkali' originates from the Arabic word 'al-qaly', meaning 'the ashes of the saltwort plant'. This historical connection highlights the early use of ash in producing alkalis. The word made its way into Latin as 'alkali', and later into Middle English, where it began to take on its modern chemical meanings. The scientific understanding of alkalis flourished in the context of alchemy and later the emergence of chemistry as a science. Throughout history, alkalis have been significant for various applications ranging from early pottery and soap-making to modern industrial processes, showcasing their enduring importance in both science and daily life.
Word Frequency Rank
At #7,048 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.
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