alkalinity
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/ˌælkəˈlɪnəti/
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/ˌælkəˈlɪnəti/
the property of being alkaline, which means having a pH greater than 7, or a solution that can neutralize acids
The alkalinity of the water in the lake was due to the presence of dissolved minerals.
호수의 물의 알칼리성은 녹은 미네랄의 존재 때문이었다.