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baryta

baryta

1 9.9
A chemical made from barium that people use in labs and to coat photo paper
  • noun
  • /bəˈraɪtə/
  • Specialized
: bariato
  • The chemist used baryta to neutralize the acidic solution.

Examples

  • The chemist used baryta in the experiment.

  • Baryta is commonly found in laboratories for various chemical reactions.

  • Photographic paper is often coated with baryta to improve its appearance and quality.

  • Baryta is essential for many industrial processes.

  • Baryta is often used in laboratory experiments to produce baryta compounds.

  • The manufacturing process requires the addition of baryta to enhance the properties of the product.

  • In the study, they mixed baryta with other chemicals to analyze their reactions.

Synonyms

barium oxide
vsbaryta
  • Specialized
1 7.9

A white toxic powder used to make glass and ceramics and in chemistry

is a general name for several metal compounds used in labs and industry

Compounds

baryta water
  • Specialized
9.9

A clear liquid made by dissolving barium hydroxide in water used in labs

baryta-water
  • Specialized
9.9

A clear liquid used in chemistry labs to test for other chemicals

Surface Forms

baryta singular
barytas plural

Etymology

The word baryta comes from the Greek root barys, which means 'heavy', and it is named for the heavy element barium found in its compounds. So, to remember baryta, think 'heavy' — it refers to heavy barium chemicals often used in labs and industry.