hydroxide

[/haɪˈdrɒksaɪd/]
nounmasculinepl: hydroxides
hidróxido
1. A chemical compound containing the hydroxyl group (OH⁻), typically formed by the reaction of a metal oxide with water
Sodium hydroxide is commonly used in industrial applications.
O hidróxido de sódio é comumente usado em aplicações industriais.
2. Any compound derived from the addition of a hydroxyl group to an organic molecule
The hydroxide ion plays a crucial role in acid-base chemistry.
O íon hidróxido desempenha um papel crucial na química ácido-base.
This is a technical chemistry term used identically in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries. It is primarily encountered in academic, scientific, and industrial contexts. The term maintains the same meaning across all Portuguese-speaking regions and is essential terminology for chemistry students and professionals.

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
hidróxido
Standard term used in chemistry education and industry
Portugal
hidróxido
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; standard chemistry terminology

Related Words

hydroxylbasealkalichemical compoundoxideion
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