mixture property

[ˈmɪkstʃər ˈprɒpərti]
nounpl: mixture properties
propriedade de mistura
1. A characteristic or attribute of a substance formed by combining two or more components, where the property depends on the composition and proportions of the constituent materials
The boiling point is a mixture property that changes based on the ratio of components in the solution.
O ponto de ebulição é uma propriedade de mistura que muda baseado na razão dos componentes na solução.
2. In chemistry and materials science, a physical or chemical characteristic that is not constant but varies with the composition of the mixture
The density of the alloy is a mixture property determined by the proportions of its metals.
A densidade da liga é uma propriedade de mistura determinada pelas proporções de seus metais.
This is a technical term primarily used in scientific and educational contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is fundamental to chemistry and materials science curricula. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in engineering programs and materials science courses. The term reflects the international standardization of scientific nomenclature.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
composition-dependent propertycolligative propertyintensive property
Antonyms / Antônimos
intrinsic propertyfundamental propertycharacteristic property

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
propriedade de mistura
Standard term used in chemistry education and professional contexts
Portugal
propriedade da mistura
Slight variation in article usage; commonly used in Portuguese chemistry textbooks
USA - General
mixture property
Standard technical term in American chemistry and materials engineering

Related Words

pure substance propertychemical compositionalloysolutioncompound
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