English Words for "Chemical Substances and Properties" | SAT Vocabulary

catalyst

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(chemistry) a substance that causes a chemical reaction to happen at a faster rate without undergoing any chemical change itself

anticatalyst

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Enzymes are naturally occurring biological catalysts that allow complex metabolic reactions to proceed efficiently in living cells.

Platinum nanoparticles acted as an effective catalyst for the reaction, significantly lowering the activation energy needed.

buffer

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a solution containing a weak acid and its conjugate base, or a weak base and its conjugate acid, which maintains a stable pH when small amounts of acid or base are added

reactant

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a substance that takes part in and undergoes a chemical reaction, leading to the formation of new products

reagent

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/ˈɹidʒənt/, /ɹiˈeɪdʒənt/

a substance or compound used in a chemical reaction to detect, examine, or produce other substances

noble gas

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any of the elements in Group 18 of the periodic table, including helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon, and radon, characterized by their inert nature and stable electron configurations

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compound noun

inert gas

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a group of non-reactive gases that typically exhibit low chemical reactivity due to their stable electron configurations

halogen

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a type of chemical element found in Group 17 of the periodic table, known for being highly reactive and commonly used in disinfectants and lights

polythene

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a durable plastic material used for packaging, bags, and various applications

What is "polythene"?

Polythene, also known as polyethylene, is a lightweight, durable, and flexible plastic material widely used in packaging, containers, and various household items. It is one of the most common types of plastic, known for its versatility, moisture resistance, and strength. Polythene is commonly used to make plastic bags, bottles, food wraps, and insulation materials. It comes in various forms, including low-density and high-density, each with different properties suited for specific applications. Polythene is valued for its ability to protect and preserve goods, its ease of production, and its recyclability.

polystyrene

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a lightweight and versatile synthetic polymer used in packaging, insulation, and disposable products

phosphorous

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referring to the essential chemical element phosphorus, which is vital in biological processes and various industrial applications

silicate

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a compound containing silicon and oxygen atoms, often forming minerals or glasses, with diverse applications in industry and nature

citric acid

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a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits like lemons, oranges, and limes, commonly used as a food additive for flavoring and preserving

phosphate

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a chemical compound that contains phosphorus and oxygen atoms, commonly found in salts or esters of phosphoric acid, important for biological processes and industrial applications

charm quark

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a type of elementary particle that is one of the six types, or flavors, of quarks that has an electric charge of +2/3 and participates in strong and electromagnetic interactions

bicarbonate

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a chemical compound important for regulating pH balance, found in baking soda and crucial for bodily functions

solute

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a substance that is dissolved in a solvent, resulting in a solution

saturated

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having absorbed as much of a substance as possible at a given temperature, reaching its maximum concentration

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ethereal

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(of a solution) containing volatile or highly flammable substances, such as diethyl ether

inorganic

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describing chemical compounds that do not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds and are typically derived from minerals or non-living matter

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solvent

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a liquid that is capable of dissolving another substance

alkaline

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refering to substances that have a pH greater than 7, indicating a basic or non-acidic nature

amphoteric

saline

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containing or relating to salt

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