alkali
noun [C or U] /ˈæl.kəl.aɪ/ (plural alkalis) specializedDefinition
› a substance that has the opposite effect or chemical behaviour to an acidTypes of chemicalSpecific chemicals, chemical compounds and gasesSubstances and structures in the body alkaline /ˈæl.kəl.aɪn/ adjective › Some plants will not grow in very alkaline soils.Types of chemicalSpecific chemicals, chemical compounds and gasesSubstances and structures in the body
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Synonyms and related words:
- alkaloid noun
- antioxidant noun
- carbohydrate noun
- compound noun (COMBINATION)
- coolant noun
- hydrate noun
- inorganic adjective
- insoluble adjective (SUBSTANCE)
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