acidity level

[/əˈsɪdɪti ˈlɛvəl/]
nounpl: acidity levels
nível de acidez
1. the measurement or degree of acidity in a substance, typically expressed on a pH scale ranging from 0 to 14
The acidity level of this wine is 3.5 pH, making it quite acidic.
O nível de acidez deste vinho é 3,5 pH, tornando-o bem ácido.
2. the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution or substance
We need to monitor the acidity level of the pool water regularly.
Precisamos monitorar o nível de acidez da água da piscina regularmente.
3. in medical context, the concentration of acid in the stomach or blood
High acidity level in the stomach can cause heartburn.
Um alto nível de acidez no estômago pode causar azia.
The term 'acidity level' is widely used in Brazil in food production, wine making, and health discussions. In the US, it's commonly referenced in discussions about gastric health and environmental science. The pH scale measurement is universally standardized in both countries for scientific and industrial purposes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
pH leveldegree of acidityacidity concentrationacid level
Antonyms / Antônimos
alkalinity levelbasicity level

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
nível de acidez
Most common term used in everyday and scientific contexts
Rio de Janeiro
nível de acidez
Standard usage, no regional variation
São Paulo
nível de acidez
Standard usage in industrial and food processing contexts
Portugal
grau de acidez / nível de acidez
Both terms are used, with 'grau de acidez' being slightly more common in European Portuguese

Related Words

pH scalealkalineacidicneutralhydrogen ion concentrationtitration

Related Idioms & Phrases

reduce acidity levels
high acidity levels
test acidity levels
adjust acidity level
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