contaminated solution

[/kənˈtæmɪneɪtɪd səˈluːʃən/]
nounpl: contaminated solutions
solução contaminada
1. A liquid mixture that contains unwanted or harmful substances, impurities, or pollutants that compromise its purity or intended use
The laboratory had to discard the contaminated solution before proceeding with the experiment.
O laboratório teve que descartar a solução contaminada antes de prosseguir com o experimento.
2. In chemistry or medicine, a preparation that has been exposed to microorganisms, particles, or chemicals that alter its composition or safety
The contaminated solution posed a health risk to patients if administered.
A solução contaminada apresentava um risco à saúde dos pacientes se fosse administrada.
This term is primarily used in scientific, medical, and industrial contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian laboratories and pharmaceutical companies, strict protocols are followed to prevent contamination of solutions. The term carries significant weight in quality control and regulatory compliance discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
polluted solutionimpure solutiontainted solutionadulterated solutioncompromised solution
Antonyms / Antônimos
pure solutionsterile solutionclean solutionuncontaminated solution

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
solução contaminada
Standard term used in scientific and medical contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
solução contaminada
Common in pharmaceutical and chemical industries
Rio de Janeiro
solução contaminada
Used in academic and research settings
Portugal
solução contaminada
Identical usage; standard European Portuguese term

Related Words

contaminationimpuritypollutantsolutesolventsterilepurificationfiltration

Related Idioms & Phrases

to contaminate a solution
contamination of a solution
free from contamination
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →