quantitative analysis
noun
Chemistry.
the analysis of a substance to determine the amounts and proportions of its chemical constituents.
Compare qualitative analysis.
Business.
the use of especially computerized mathematical analysis to support decision making, make business forecasts or investment recommendations, etc.
Origin of quantitative analysis
First recorded in 1840–50
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British Dictionary definitions for quantitative analysis
Medical definitions for quantitative analysis
quantitative analysis
[ kwŏn′tĭ-tā′tĭv ]
n.
The testing of a substance or mixture to determine the amounts and proportions of its chemical constituents.
Scientific definitions for quantitative analysis
quantitative analysis
[ kwŏn′tĭ-tā′tĭv ]
See under analysis.