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Assay
01
an appraisal of the state of affairs
02
a test that measures the presence, amount, or activity of a specific substance in a sample, often used in scientific and medical research
Example
Researchers used an assay to determine the potency of the new antibiotic.
The laboratory performed an assay to detect the concentration of the drug in the blood sample.
The gold content in the ore was determined through a precise assay process.
03
a written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance
04
a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components
to assay
01
to analyze or test a substance, typically in a laboratory setting, to determine its components or qualities
Example
The chemist will assay the water sample for contaminants.
The laboratory will assay the purity of the gold before purchase.
Miners assay ore samples to determine mineral content.
02
make an effort or attempt
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