titrate
IPA: tˈɪtreɪt
verb
- (analytical chemistry) To ascertain the amount of a constituent in a solution (or other mixture) by measuring the volume of a known concentration (the "standard solution") needed to complete a reaction.
- (medicine, intransitive) To adjust the amount of a drug consumed until the desired effects are achieved.
- (figuratively) To precisely control.
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Examples of "titrate" in Sentences
- The precipitate then is recovered from the solution.Another is treated with potassium fluoride to precipitate aluminum and titrated to determine acid.
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