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alkalization

alkalization

6.6
To make something less acidic, for example soil or water
  • noun
  • /ˌæl.kə.lɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : alcalinización
  • Soil salinization and alkalization are widespread increasing environmental problems around the world, which inhibit the growth and production of most plants.

Examples

  • Rapid urinary excretion and alkalization of urine have been described as effective means of fluoride ion removal.

    Academic text (2015)

  • The alkalization of the soil improved crop yields significantly.

  • So you can through the alkalization of your blood sometimes.

  • Hydration, oxygenation, alkalization, think I've said that correctly.

  • Drinking alkaline water is believed by some to aid in the alkalization of the body.

  • The alkalization process is essential in treating acidic waste in industrial applications.

Synonyms

alkalinization
vsalkalization
  • Specialized
8.1

Making something less acidic by adding something that reduces acid

is the same process but appears as a different spelling form
deacidification
vsalkalization
  • Specialized
8.1

To reduce acid in wine or juice to improve taste

is broader, applying to any material rather than only liquid treatment

Antonyms

acidification
8 7.2

A process when water or soil becomes more acidic

How Alkaline

alkalosis
  • Specialized
1 8.9
alkalization
  • Specialized
6.6
neutralization
  • Specialized
6.0

Surface Forms

alkalization singular
alkalizations plural

Morphology

alkalization = alkalize (transparent) = alkali + ize + ation

Regular derivation from the verb 'alkalize' by adding '-ation' to indicate the process or result of making something alkaline.

Etymology

The word alkalization comes from alkali, an Arabic word that once meant 'the ashes' used to make soap and other basic liquids. So, alkalization means the process of making something more 'basic' or 'alkaline', in other words less acidic.