emäksellisyyttä
Emäksisyys, often translated as alkalinity, is a measure of the capacity of a solution to neutralize acids. It is not a direct measure of a specific substance but rather a property that indicates the presence of bases. In simpler terms, it is the ability of water or another solution to resist a decrease in pH when an acid is added. This resistance is primarily due to the presence of dissolved substances, typically bicarbonates, carbonates, and hydroxides.
The common ions that contribute to alkalinity are bicarbonate (HCO3-), carbonate (CO32-), and hydroxide (OH-). Other
Alkalinity plays a crucial role in various natural and industrial processes. In aquatic environments, it acts