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soda lime
noun
- a mixture of sodium hydroxide and calcium hydroxide.
soda lime
noun
- a solid mixture of sodium and calcium hydroxides used to absorb carbon dioxide and to dry gases
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Other Words From
- soda-lime adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of soda lime1
First recorded in 1860–65
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Example Sentences
"If we really want to have an impact on the carbon footprint, we need to address soda lime silicate," says Prof Mauro.
From BBC
"This one is soda lime that we've treated with some chemicals," he said, tapping at the next piece of glass.
From Los Angeles Times
But today, American Pyrex and Anchor Hocking dishes are made of soda lime silicate glass, which is more prone to shatter.
From Scientific American
The element is determined by fusing with soda lime in a muffle, dissolving the residue in water and precipitating with silver nitrate.
From Project Gutenberg
Next the carbon dioxide is absorbed by soda lime.
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