noun
- substances that make something more acidic or increase acidity
Usage: chemistry; agriculture
Examples
- The farmer added acidifiers to lower the soil pH for blueberry cultivation.
- Food manufacturers use acidifiers to preserve products and enhance flavor.
- Common acidifiers include citric acid and phosphoric acid.
- The pool maintenance kit contained several acidifiers to balance water chemistry.
- Agricultural acidifiers help improve nutrient uptake in alkaline soils.
- Industrial acidifiers are used in metal processing and cleaning applications.