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Acidic Hydrogen

Definition:

Acidic hydrogen refers to a hydrogen atom that can easily dissociate from a molecule in the presence of a base, resulting in the formation of an acidic solution. It is commonly found in compounds with a hydrogen atom bonded to an electronegative atom, such as oxygen or nitrogen.

Senses:

Sense 1: Chemistry - Describing a hydrogen atom that exhibits acidic properties in a chemical compound.

Sense 2: Biology - Referring to the hydrogen ions (H+) present in an organism's body fluids or cells, which influence intracellular pH levels.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

• The acidic hydrogen in hydrochloric acid readily ionizes when in contact with water.
• The presence of acidic hydrogen in acetic acid allows it to donate protons in chemical reactions.
• Removing the acidic hydrogen from the molecule altered its properties and diminished its acidity.

Sense 2:

• The concentration of acidic hydrogen ions in the blood affects the body's overall pH balance.
• Acidic hydrogen ions in the stomach play a crucial role in the digestion of food.
• The acidic hydrogen present in the cell cytoplasm helps regulate enzymatic activity.

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