ScienceJuly 13, 2026
alkalization
/ˌælkəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definition
The chemical process of increasing the pH level of a solution to make it more basic or alkaline.
Etymology
Derived from the Arabic word 'al-qili', meaning 'the ashes of saltwort,' which was used to make soda ash. The suffix '-ization' was added in modern English to denote the process of converting a substance into an alkaline state.
In the news
In this article, the researchers use a reversible alkalization process to change the pH of a saltwater solution, allowing it to efficiently absorb and subsequently release carbon dioxide from the air.
New electrochemical device targets climate change by sucking CO2 out of air
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