alkalinity scale
nounUK /ˌæl.kəˈlɪn.ə.ti skeɪl/
US /ˌæl.kəˈlɪn.ə.ti skeɪl/
A scale is a set of numbers used to show how alkaline something is.
The scientist used the alkalinity scale to check the water in the lake.
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2. A chart or range of values used to compare the alkaline strength of different substances.
On the alkalinity scale, soap is more alkaline than milk.
3. A numbered system in chemistry for ranking solutions from less to more basic.
Students plotted each sample on the alkalinity scale during the lab.
4. A reference tool used in water testing to describe how well water resists becoming acidic.
Pool testers read the alkalinity scale before adding chemicals.