Chemistry Techniques

verb to put upside down or in the opposite position, order, or arrangement

• The scientist used a special lens to invert the image in the microscope.
• Can you invert the colors on this photo before posting it online?
• I accidentally hit the invert button on my phone and now everything looks weird.
• Sometimes it's necessary to invert our perspective in order to see things more clearly.

noun acronym for General Ledger, a primary accounting record used to track financial transactions

verb could be used as a verb form of 'glow', meaning to shine brightly or emit light

adjective could be used as an abbreviation for 'good luck', expressing well wishes or positive sentiments

• The GL code is used to identify specific transactions in the accounting system.
• Make sure you include the GL code when submitting your expense report.
• I can't find my GL code, can you help me out?
• His mind works like a GL code, organizing thoughts and actions with precision.

noun An abbreviation for American Astronomical Society, a professional society for astronomers in the United States.

• The use of AAS (anabolic-androgenic steroids) is strictly prohibited in professional sports.
• I heard some athletes are using AAS to enhance their performance.
• Bro, do you know where I can get some AAS for my workout?
• AAS can be seen as a shortcut to achieving physical gains, but the long-term consequences can be detrimental.

noun the process of cleaning or purifying something

• Abstersion is the act of cleansing or purifying something thoroughly.
• I could really use some abstersion in my life right now, everything feels cluttered.
• I'll have to do some serious abstersion before my parents come over, they hate messes.
• Sometimes abstersion of the mind is just as important as abstersion of the body.