alkalinity

[ al-kuh-lin-i-tee ]

noun

, Chemistry.

1. alkaline condition; the quality that constitutes an alkali.

alkalinity

/ ˌælkəˈlɪnɪtɪ /

noun

1. the quality or state of being alkaline
2. the amount of alkali or base in a solution, often expressed in terms of pH

Other Words From

• hyper·alka·lini·ty noun
• super·alka·lini·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of alkalinity¹

First recorded in 1780–90; alkaline + -ity

Example Sentences

“And so we had to figure out what kinds of plants can handle the sharp drainage, the alkalinity, any pollution, the lack of organic matter.”

From Seattle Times

As a bonus, the leftovers are converted to nearly neutral pH, which makes them much cheaper to use for construction, because they don’t have to be treated to lessen their alkalinity.

From Science Magazine

Kelland is far from alone in seeing a business opportunity in ocean alkalinity enhancement.

From Science Magazine

And does your water need minerals, alkalinity, or salt to really hydrate you?

From National Geographic

One type of ocean carbon removal, for example, would change the alkalinity of the ocean, increasing the rate of carbon absorption that naturally occurs.

From Salon