alkaline

• Beschreibt einen Stoff, dessen pH-Wert über 7 liegt, oder etwas, das mit den chemischen Eigenschaften einer Base bzw. Lauge zusammenhängt.

Describes a substance that has a pH greater than 7, or relates to the chemical properties of an alkali.

1. Having a pH greater than 7B2formalscientific

   Relating to or containing an alkali; having a pH value above 7, indicating a basic rather than acidic nature.

   Alkalisch

   • The soil in this region is highly alkaline, making it difficult for some plants to grow.
   • Alkaline batteries are commonly used in household devices.
   • The chemist tested the solution and found it to be alkaline.

   Synonymealkalescentalkalicbasic

   Antonymeacidic