basic
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- adjective
- /ˈbeɪsɪk/
- Specialized
:
básico
- The experiment focused on the basic properties of acids and bases.
Examples
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Scientists have explored the basic makeup of the growth and development of animals and humans.
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Knowing the basic structure of molecules is essential for any chemistry student.
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The Chinese government does not force its officials to respect the basic dignity of its citizens.
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Technology and engineering teachers can incorporate basic background knowledge that engineers will use in practice into student activities.
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Carbohydrates can be recognized by their basic chemical formula.
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Its compounds are used in Phosphate fertilizers and it's a basic constituent of all plant and animal life.
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Perpetual motion machines don't exist because they violate basic laws of physics.
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One of the most basic commodities of the world today, and it had its humble beginnings in a little town nestled between the green hills of Pennsylvania.
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To understand reactions better, students study the basic principles of chemistry.
Synonyms
Causes a base to form when it dissolves in water
Antonyms
Compounds
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A first period of military training for new soldiers with hard exercise and strict rules
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A simple idea or belief that people accept without proof and that supports an argument
- Archaic
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3.4
A simplified form of English that uses a small set of common words for international communication
- Specialized
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The amount a seller charges before adding sales tax or VAT, including any government help the seller gets
- Specialized
A simple mental action like seeing, remembering, or paying attention
- Specialized
A dye with a positive charge that sticks to acid parts and stains cells and fabrics
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A type of raw iron with high phosphorus used to make steel after removing it
- Specialized
A missile system on a ship that defends it from close incoming missiles or planes
How Basic
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Basic in chemistry comes from the idea of a base or basis, meaning a 'foundation' or 'bottom'. So a basic substance is one that has the properties of a 'base' and is the chemical opposite of an acid.