miz'ture

[L. mistural\ 1. A mutual Incorporation of two or more substances, without chemical union, the physical characteristics of each of the components being retained. A mechanical m. Is a m. of particles or ma es distinguishable as such under the microscope or in other ways a physical m. Is a more intimate m. of molecules as obtains In the case of gases and many solutions. 2. In chemistry a mingling together of two or more substances without the occurrence of a reaction by which they would lose their Individual properties. 3. In pharmacy, see misiura. chalk m., mistura cretae. French m., liquor iodi carbo lat us. m. of rhu'barb and so'da, mistura rhei compos it a. neutral m., a solution of pota ium citrate. m. 1. d. An abbreviation for minimum lethal dose.