acid-reactive
|ac-id-re-ac-tive|
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/ˈæsɪd riˈæktɪv/
reacts with acid
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acid-reactive' originates from the combination of 'acid' and 'reactive', where 'acid' refers to a substance with a pH less than 7, and 'reactive' means capable of undergoing a chemical reaction.
Historical Evolution
'acid' comes from the Latin word 'acidus', meaning 'sour', and 'reactive' is derived from the Latin 'reactivus', meaning 'to act again'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'acid-reactive' meant any substance that would change when exposed to an acid, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes a substance that reacts when exposed to an acid.
The compound is acid-reactive, changing color when exposed to vinegar.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 11:17