noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
neutralization; neutralisation
Chemistry term: reaction between an acid and a base to form a salt and water. Also used as a noun or intransitive suru-verb.
酸と塩基が中和すると、水と塩ができる。
When an acid and a base neutralize each other, water and a salt are produced.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
neutralization; counteraction
General use: canceling out an effect, such as a poison, odor, or opposing force. Can be used transitively or intransitively.
この薬は毒を中和する働きがある。
This medicine has the effect of neutralizing poison.
重曹で臭いが中和された。
The odor was neutralized with baking soda.