alkaline

alcalino, basico

Che ha un pH superiore a sette e può ridurre l’acidità.

In inglese semplice: Having a pH above seven and able to reduce the strength of an acid.

• The soil is slightly alkaline.
• This test shows whether the water is acidic or alkaline.
• Soap usually produces an alkaline solution in water.

Sinonimi: basic

Contrari: acidic

Espressioni comuni: alkaline soil, alkaline water, alkaline solution

alcalino

Che contiene o riguarda sostanze alcaline, capaci di reagire con gli acidi e ridurne l’effetto.

In inglese semplice: Containing or involving a chemical substance that can react with and reduce an acid.

• The remote needs two alkaline batteries.
• Workers use an alkaline cleaner to remove grease.
• The fabric undergoes an alkaline treatment before dyeing.

Espressioni comuni: alkaline battery, alkaline cleaner, alkaline treatment