Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

slightly-alkaline

Adjective

/ˈslaɪtli ælˈkeɪn/

Definition

Having a pH level that is just above neutral, indicating a mild base.

Examples

Rainwater can be slightly alkaline depending on environmental factors.
Some soils are slightly alkaline, which can affect the plants that thrive there.
The solution was slightly alkaline, making it suitable for certain chemical reactions.

Meaning

The term ‘slightly-alkaline’ refers to a substance that has a pH level greater than 7 but not high enough to be classified as strongly alkaline. It implies a small degree of basicity.