combining weight
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The least combining weight of an element is its atomic weight; and it is this fact of a least combining weight that leads us to believe the atom to be indivisible.
From An Introduction to Chemical Science by Williams, Rufus Phillips
The atomic weight of an element is its least combining weight, the smallest portion that enters into chemical union, which is, of course, the weight of an atom.
From An Introduction to Chemical Science by Williams, Rufus Phillips
The number 75 is spoken of as the "combining weight," or, more frequently, as the "atomic weight" of arsenic.
From A Text-book of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. by Beringer, Cornelius
Mr. Wade conceived the idea of combining weight and protection in the cable itself.
From Cleveland Past and Present Its Representative Men by Joblin, Maurice
Fifty c.c. neutral alcohol are added, and the solution titrated with N/1 KOH or NaOH solution, the percentage of rosin being calculated from its combining weight.
From The Handbook of Soap Manufacture by Simmons, W. H.
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