Anhydrous

usgb/ænˈhaɪ.drəs/
adjective

Referring to a substance that contains no water.

An anhydrous salt is often used in laboratory experiments.
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Neutral

anhydrous solution, anhydrous reaction, anhydrous compound

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Scientific context

Use this term primarily in scientific discussions.

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In chemistry, always clarify if a substance is hydrated or anhydrous.
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Chemical properties

Anhydrous substances often behave differently in reactions.

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Understand how the absence of water affects properties.
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Common usage

Use ‘anhydrous’ in technical writing or presentations.

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