What Does U.B.W. Mean in Chemistry?

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The abbreviation "u.b.w." in chemistry stands for "Units By Weight." This term is often used in specific industries or companies and may not be commonly taught in academic settings. It is associated with the measurement of compounds, such as nitric acid, indicating the weight-based concentration of a substance in a mixture. Understanding this terminology is crucial for accurate communication in chemical contexts.

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whats the definition of "u.b.w"
Hi im new to chemistry and recently i started to read a chemistry book and saw a shortcut called "u.b.w" it was always after some compound (like. nitric acid/0.9 u.b.w.) tried to looking it up and nothing related showed i think its some kind of mass but like i said im new to chemistry. Sorry for my english but english is not my main language. I would be grateful if someone replies.

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Some abbreviations may never come-up during academic instruction; even some kinds of use of terminology. One may find some abbreviation in use in a certain industry or within some very small few companies. There can be found, OWF for "on the weight of the formula"; for which "formula" is a mixture or blend of materials.
 

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