chemical property

[ kem-i-kuhl prop-er-tee ]

noun

1. Chemistry. a property or characteristic of a substance that is observed during a reaction in which the chemical composition or identity of the substance is changed:

   Combustibility is an important chemical property to consider when choosing building materials.

Word History and Origins

Origin of chemical property¹

First recorded in 1720–30

Example Sentences

Alkalies are known to have the chemical property of holding Fibrine in solution.

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Its most marked chemical property is its ability to combine with water to form sulphurous acid (H2SO3).

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Alkalies have another well-known chemical property—they dissolve grease and oil and enable them to mix with water.

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It possesses the peculiar chemical property which renders it valuable in tanning leather.

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