Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

physicochemical

Adjective

/ˌfɪzɪkəʊˈkɛmɪkəl/

Definition

Related to the physical and chemical properties of substances.

Examples

The physicochemical properties of a drug affect its absorption in the body.
Researchers study the physicochemical characteristics of polymers to develop better materials.
Understanding the physicochemical interactions between molecules is crucial in biochemistry.

Meaning

The term physicochemical refers to the intersection of physical and chemical principles and how they influence the behavior and characteristics of matter.