Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

meq

Noun

/ˌmɪliˈɛkwɪvələnt/

Definition

Meq stands for milliequivalent, a unit of measure used in chemistry to express the amount of substance in relation to its reactive capacity.

Examples

The hospital uses milliequivalents to calculate the appropriate dosage of potassium for patients.
When assessing electrolyte balance, doctors often refer to the levels in milliequivalents per liter.
The formula for determining the milliequivalent weight can help in preparing solutions for chemical experiments.

Meaning

Milliequivalent refers to one-thousandth of an equivalent, mainly used in situations where the mole concept doesn’t apply, particularly in electrolytes and acids.