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bibasic

[ bahy-bey-sik ]

adjective

, Chemistry.
  1. (formerly) dibasic.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of bibasic1

First recorded in 1840–50; bi- 1 + basic

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Example Sentences

Acids like sulphuric acid are termed bibasic, and their equivalent is only half the molecular weight.

Bibasic phosphate of lime, 17 grams; concentrated lactic acid, as little as possible; distilled water, 964 grams.

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