qualitative analysis

noun

, Chemistry.

1. the analysis of a substance in order to ascertain the nature of its chemical constituents.

qualitative analysis

noun

1. See analysis

qualitative analysis

/ kwŏl′ĭ-tā′tĭv /

1. See under analysis

Word History and Origins

Origin of qualitative analysis¹

First recorded in 1835–45

Example Sentences

One or two of the illustrations are taken from Mr. Sexton's excellent little book on Qualitative Analysis.

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