Aqueous
Aqueous (Medicine)
Aqueous (/ˈeɪkwiəs/), derived from the Latin word 'aqua' meaning water, is a term used in medicine to describe a solution or substance that is similar to or prepared with water.
Etymology
The term 'aqueous' is derived from the Latin word 'aqua', which means water. It is used in the medical field to describe solutions or substances that are water-like or prepared with water.
Medical Usage
In medicine, the term 'aqueous' is often used in the context of the Aqueous Humor, a clear, watery fluid inside the eye. The aqueous humor helps maintain eye pressure and provides nutrition to the structures in the front of the eye.
Another common usage of the term 'aqueous' in medicine is in the phrase Aqueous Solution. This refers to a solution in which the solvent is water. It is usually shown in chemical equations by appending (aq) to the relevant chemical formula.
Related Terms
- Aqueous Humor: A clear, watery fluid inside the eye that helps maintain eye pressure and provides nutrition to the structures in the front of the eye.
- Aqueous Solution: A solution in which the solvent is water. It is usually shown in chemical equations by appending (aq) to the relevant chemical formula.
- Aqueous Layer: The layer of a mixture that is primarily composed of water, as opposed to the organic layer.
- Aqueous Deficiency: A condition characterized by a lack of sufficient aqueous humor in the eye, often leading to dry eye syndrome.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Aqueous
- Wikipedia's article - Aqueous
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