Analyte
noun
A substance whose chemical constituents are being identified and measured.
In the laboratory, the analyte was tested for various contaminants.

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Formal
chemical analysis,quantitative analysis,test sample
noun
A substance whose chemical constituents are being identified and measured.
In the laboratory, the analyte was tested for various contaminants.

Usage tips
Formal
chemical analysis,quantitative analysis,test sample
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Specificity
Understanding that an analyte is always in the context of analysis
In chemistry, the term 'analyte' is used to refer specifically to what is being measured.
Precision
Using the term accurately in scientific communication
Inaccurate use can lead to confusion regarding what is being discussed.
Contextual Clarity
Identifying the type of analysis when speaking about an analyte
Different scientific fields may have specific types of analytes that are common.
Specificity
Understanding that an analyte is always in the context of analysis
In chemistry, the term 'analyte' is used to refer specifically to what is being measured.
Precision
Using the term accurately in scientific communication
Inaccurate use can lead to confusion regarding what is being discussed.
Contextual Clarity
Identifying the type of analysis when speaking about an analyte
Different scientific fields may have specific types of analytes that are common.
Specificity
Understanding that an analyte is always in the context of analysis
In chemistry, the term 'analyte' is used to refer specifically to what is being measured.
Precision
Using the term accurately in scientific communication
Inaccurate use can lead to confusion regarding what is being discussed.
Contextual Clarity
Identifying the type of analysis when speaking about an analyte
Different scientific fields may have specific types of analytes that are common.
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