acidimetry
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/ˌæsɪˈdɪmətri/
measurement of acid concentration
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acidimetry' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acidus,' where 'acidus' meant 'sour or sharp.'
Historical Evolution
'acidus' transformed into the French word 'acide,' and eventually became the modern English word 'acidimetry' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'measurement of sourness,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'measurement of acid concentration.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of measuring the strength or concentration of acids in a solution.
Acidimetry is crucial in chemical laboratories to ensure accurate results.
Synonyms
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