baryta water

American  

noun

Chemistry.

1. an aqueous solution of barium hydroxide, used chiefly as a reagent.

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Etymology

Origin of baryta water

First recorded in 1875–80

Example Sentences

To a solution of 3.55 grams of the salt contained in a half-litre flask, 250 c.c. of a solution of baryta water is added.

From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius

Boiling with dilute mineral acids, or baryta water, decomposes albumins into carbon dioxide, ammonia and fatty amino- and other acids.

From The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 by Project Gutenberg

The baryta water used is titrated before and after the operation, and from the difference is calculated the quantity of carbonate formed, and hence of the carbonic acid.

From Scientific American Supplement, No. 358, November 11, 1882 by Various

It may be readily recognized by the white precipitate which it forms when passed through lime or baryta water.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 3 "Capefigue" to "Carneades" by Various

Add baryta water till alkaline, and evaporate to dryness.

From The Elements of Bacteriological Technique A Laboratory Guide for Medical, Dental, and Technical Students. Second Edition Rewritten and Enlarged. by Eyre, J. W. H. (John William Henry)