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Vocabulary Entry
reagent
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A substance used to initiate or facilitate a chemical reaction.
Example Sentences
"The chemist added a reagent to the solution to test for impurities."
"In titration experiments, the reagent's concentration is crucial for accurate results."
"Different reagents react differently, so it's essential to choose the right one for the experiment."
V
verb
To subject a material to a reaction with a reagent.
Example Sentences
"The lab technician will reagent the sample to determine its chemical composition."
"We need to reagent the materials to see if there are any reactions."
"After you reagent the solution, observe any changes that occur."