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noun Chemistry.

the combining power, especially in grams (gram equivalent ), of an element or compound, equivalent to hydrogen as a standard of 1.00797 or oxygen as a standard of 8; the atomic weight divided by the valence.

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Origin of equivalent weight

First recorded in 1925–30

Words nearby equivalent weight

equivalency, equivalent, equivalent air speed, equivalent circuit, equivalent focal length, equivalent weight, equivalve, equivocal, equivocally, equivocate, equivocation

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How to use equivalent weight in a sentence

The plane flew at an average of 30 miles per hour to maximize energy savings, and, despite an enormous wing span, it was only able to carry the equivalent weight of one automobile.
United Airlines aims to suck carbon dioxide from the friendly skies|Steven Mufson|January 12, 2021|Washington Post
These figures are, however, given in equivalents and each must be multiplied by the equivalent weight of the substance used.
The Potter's Craft|Charles F. Binns
Similarly, if we weigh the liquid before and after the experiment, we shall find that it has lost an equivalent weight.
The Mechanism of Life|Stphane Leduc
Stocks of wheat (and of flour expressed in its equivalent weight of wheat) are held by merchants, millers and farmers.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3|Various

It is not absolutely necessary to commit the formula and equivalent weight to memory.
The Potter's Craft|Charles F. Binns
Loads, creels, etc., of turf should be converted to the equivalent weight.
Report on the Cost of Living in Ireland|Ministry of Economic Affairs

British Dictionary definitions for equivalent weight

equivalent weight

noun

the weight of an element or compound that will combine with or displace 8 grams of oxygen or 1.007 97 grams of hydrogenAlso called: gram equivalent

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