dissociation constant n a constant that depends upon the equilibrium between the dissociated and undissociated forms of a chemical combination esp IONIZATION CONSTANT symbol K
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an equilibrium constant, expressed in concentrations, describing the dissociation of a molecule or ion into its components. Symbol Kd>. See also acid dissociation c. and base dissociation c. Called also ionization c.Medical dictionary. 2011.