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Hydroxyl Ion

Noun:

1. In chemistry, the hydroxyl ion (OH-) is a negatively charged molecule consisting of one oxygen atom bonded to a hydrogen atom. It is often found in aqueous solutions and acts as a base.

Example sentence: The presence of a hydroxyl ion in a solution increases its alkalinity.

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Adjective:

2. Describing a chemical compound or solution, hydroxyl ion refers to the presence or characteristic of the negatively charged oxygen and hydrogen atoms.

Example sentence: The hydroxyl ion concentration in the solution determines its basicity.

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Locally:

In a local context, "hydroxyl ion" can refer to a popular water purification product that harnesses the power of hydroxyl ions to clean and sanitize.

Example sentence: The company introduced a new hydroxyl ion water purifier that removes impurities without the need for chemicals.

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