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Definition of Soda lime
1. Noun. A mixture of sodium and calcium hydroxides; absorbs liquids and gases.
Generic synonyms: Mixture
Medical Definition of Soda lime
1. A mixture of calcium and sodium hydroxides used to absorb carbon dioxide in situations in which rebreathing occurs; e.g., in basal determinations or in certain types of anaesthesia circuits. (05 Mar 2000)