Alkaide (en. Alkali)
/al-ka-i-de/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of chemical capable of neutralizing acids.
Alkalis are often used in the chemical industry.
Ang mga alkaide ay madalas na ginagamit sa industriya ng kemikal.
The body of alkali contains hydroxide ions (OH-).
Dissolved alkalis help in breaking down pollutants.
Ang natunaw na alkaide ay nakatutulong sa pagwawasak ng mga pollutant.
Compounds with a pH greater than 7.
There is a high demand for alkalis in cleaning agents.
Mahigpit ang pangangailangan para sa mga alkaide sa mga cleaning agents.
Etymology
From the Greek word 'alkalios'
Common Phrases and Expressions
alkaline solution
a solution with alkalinity or high pH
alkalina na solusyon
neutralization of acid
the process of removing acidity using alkali
neutralisasyon ng asido
Related Words
acid
A chemical with a pH less than 7.
asido
pH
A measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution.
pH
Slang Meanings
drizzle or brief rain (with effect)
The rain last night was such a drizzle, just enough to feel like you took a bath outside!
Sobrang alkaide ng ulan kagabi, tamang tama lang para kayong naligo sa labas!
quick and unexpected event
Wow, the event in the game was so unexpected, I didn't think we'd win!
Aba, ang alkaide naman ng nangyari sa laro kanina, hindi ko akalain na mananalo tayo!