What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
alkalinity
Example
The alkalinity of the soil is important for growing certain plants. [alkalinity: noun]
Example
Adding baking soda to the water increases its alkalinity. [alkalinity: noun]
basicity
Example
The basicity of ammonia makes it useful for cleaning. [basicity: noun]
Example
The reaction between sodium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid shows the basicity of sodium hydroxide. [basicity: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Basicity is more commonly used in scientific and academic contexts, while alkalinity is more commonly used in environmental and water treatment contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between alkalinity and basicity?
Basicity is more formal than alkalinity due to its association with scientific and academic contexts.
