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Medical Definition of limewater. : an alkaline water solution of calcium hydroxide used topically as an astringent or protective in various dermatologic lotions. More from Merriam-Webster on limewater. See words that rhyme with limewater. Comments on limewater.
Pure limewater is clear and colorless, with a slight earthy smell and an alkaline bitter taste of calcium hydroxide. ... Limewater is prepared by stirring calcium hydroxide in pure water and filtering off the excess undissolved Ca(OH)2
Pure limewater is clear and colorless, with a slight earthy smell and an alkaline bitter taste of calcium hydroxide. ... Limewater is prepared by stirring calcium hydroxide in pure water and filtering off the excess undissolved Ca(OH)2
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limewater - definition and synonyms. Add. noun [uncountable] chemistry / a clear liquid consisting of calcium hydroxide and water. It is used to test for carbon dioxide as it stops being clear when carbon dioxide is put through it.
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