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aliquot Definition


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aliquot
noun
    1. math.
      A number or quantity into which a given number or quantity can be exactly divided without any remainder.
      Example: 3 is an aliquot part of 9
      Form: aliquot part (also)
    2. chem.
      A sample of a material or chemical substance that is analysed in order to determine its properties.
Etymology: 16c: Latin, meaning ‘some' or ‘ several'.



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