alkaline

Example Sentences

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But as aqueduct inflows washed over the playa, they dissolved alkaline minerals there, creating a vast corrosive brine pool that could ruin some of the dust control projects, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times

Water cremation, also called alkaline hydrolysis, involves the body being placed in a chamber and broken down by a combination of water, heat and a strong alkali.

From BBC

Either highly acidic or supremely alkaline, very low or high temperatures, and so on.

From Salon

They are so adept at filtering out tiny shrimp, worms, and other mud-dwelling critters that they thrive in food-poor environments that most birds shy away from, including salt flats, alkaline lakes, and hot springs.

From Science Magazine

Even alkaline cleaners can leave a residue if not thoroughly rinsed.

From Washington Post