Alkalinization

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Alkalinization

Alkalinization (pronunciation: al-ka-lin-i-za-tion) is a medical process that involves increasing the pH level of a substance or a body to make it more alkaline. This process is often used in medical treatments to neutralize the effects of high levels of acid in the body.

Etymology

The term "alkalinization" is derived from the word "alkaline", which comes from the Arabic word "al-qali" meaning "the calcined ashes", and the suffix "-ization" which denotes the action or process of making something.

Related Terms

  • Alkalosis: A condition in which the body fluids have excess base (alkali). This is the opposite of acidosis (excess acid).
  • Alkaline Diet: A diet that emphasizes certain foods that can influence the body's acid-base homeostasis.
  • Acid-Base Balance: The balance between acid and base within the body, which is crucial for the body's homeostasis.
  • Metabolic Alkalosis: A type of alkalosis resulting from a process decreasing hydrogen ion concentration, often from the loss of acid from the body or increased intake of bases.

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