osmometry

ɒzˈmɒmɪtri

Definitions

1. noun

The measurement of the concentration of a solute in a solution by measuring the osmotic pressure.

“The scientist used osmometry to determine the concentration of the solution.”

2. noun

A device used to measure osmotic pressure or the concentration of a solute in a solution.

“The laboratory used an osmometer to test the purity of the water.”

Synonyms

  • osmotic concentration measurement
  • osmotic pressure measurement

Antonyms

  • dilution measurement