ampholytic
|am-pho-lyt-ic|
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/ˌæm.fəˈlaɪ.tɪk/
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/ˌæm.fəˈlɪt.ɪk/
dual-reactive
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ampholytic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amphoteros,' where 'ampho-' meant 'both' and 'lytic' relates to 'lysis' meaning 'to loosen or dissolve.'
Historical Evolution
'amphoteros' transformed into the scientific term 'ampholytic' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'both acting,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of reacting both as an acid and as a base.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of reacting both as an acid and as a base.
Water is an ampholytic substance.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/23 10:06