alkali |
Historically, a compound that neutralizes acids. Now known as a base.
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alkaline |
An alkaline substance is comprised of salts and other dissolved materials and is often found in desert soils and water; alkali can neutralize acids. Alkaline water is bitter, slippery, and caustic.
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alkalinity |
concentration of alkali metals that form salts (eg Li, Na, K). High alkalinity raises pH and precipitates metals out of solution and is often associated with limestone substrates.
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alkaline phosphatase |
An enzyme that indicates inflammation or diseases of the biliary tract. The enzyme also comes from the intestine, bones, and placenta. These separate sources can be identified by electrophoresis. This separates out the different types of enzyme.
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alkaline |
Substance with pH between 8?4.
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