pH
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Meanings
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Chemistry term for the measure of acidity or alkalinity. Used in both technical and general contexts.
from German
Please measure the pH of this solution.
A low pH indicates strong acidity.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉のpHを測るto measure the pH of something
Every morning, I measure the pH of the pool water.
- pHが高い/低いthe pH is high/low (alkaline/acidic)
This soil has a low pH and is strongly acidic.