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litmus Definition and Meaning in English (litmus definition)

noun
Synonyms:pH indicatoracid-base indicator
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Litmus definition: Litmus is a water-soluble mixture of different dyes extracted from lichens, used as a pH indicator to test for acidity or alkalinity.

Definitions of Litmus

  1. 1noun

    Litmus is a water-soluble mixture of different dyes extracted from lichens, used as a pH indicator to test for acidity or alkalinity.

Example Sentences

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“The solution turned red, indicating it was acidic when tested with litmus paper.”

Synonyms

pH indicatoracid-base indicator

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Litmus definition: Litmus is a water-soluble mixture of different dyes extracted from lichens, used as a pH indicator to test for acidity or alkalinity.
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'Litmus' translates to 'litmus' in English. Litmus definition: Litmus is a water-soluble mixture of different dyes extracted from lichens, used as a pH indicator to test for acidity or alkalinity.
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