Chemical Analysis Terminology

noun a word that can be used to refer to a person, place, thing, quality, or action

• The process of electron emission occurs when a material releases electrons due to high energy input.
• When you rub a balloon on your hair, you are causing electron emission which creates static electricity.
• Dude, did you see that spark? That was some crazy electron emission right there!
• Her smile was like a burst of electron emission, lighting up the room with positive energy.

noun a number that represents the amount of acetyl groups in a compound

• The acetyl number is a measure of the amount of acetyl groups present in a chemical compound.
• The acetyl number tells you how much acetyl stuff is in there.
• The acetyl number is like the acetyl-ness of a thing.
• The acetyl number is like the secret sauce that gives a compound its special flavor.