Synonyms for re-agents


Grammar : Noun
Spell : ree-ey-juh nt
Phonetic Transcription : riˈeɪ dʒənt


Définition of re-agents

Origin :
  • 1785, from re- + agent "substance that produces a chemical reaction."
  • As in litmus paper : noun acid-base indicator
Example sentences :
  • The excess of one or other of the re-agents may be large or small; or, in some cases, they may neutralise each other.
  • Extract from : « A Textbook of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. » by Cornelius Beringer and John Jacob Beringer
  • If silver is present, owing to traces of chlorides in the re-agents used, "parting" will be necessary.
  • Extract from : « A Textbook of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. » by Cornelius Beringer and John Jacob Beringer

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