Glossaire

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P

percent dissociation

The percent dissociation is defined as follows: Percent dissociation = amount dissociated (mol/L) / initial concentration (mol/L) x 100%

photovoltaic cell

A cell that utilizes the generation of a voltage when radiant energy falls on the boundary between dissimilar substances (such as two different semiconductors)

plotting

To plot : to locate (a point) by means of coordinates

polarised

To polarise: to cause to vibrate in a definite pattern

polarization

The action of polarizing or state of being or becoming polarized: such as the action or process of affecting radiation and especially light so that the vibrations of the wave assume a definite form.

potassium permanganate

pressure wave

probe

A slender medical instrument used especially for exploration (as of a wound or body cavity).