Qualitative vs. Quantitative

Qualitative (adjective)

Of descriptions or distinctions based on some quality rather than on some quantity.

Qualitative (adjective)

Of a form of analysis that yields the identity of a compound.

Qualitative (noun)

Something qualitative.

Quantitative (adjective)

Of a measurement based on some quantity or number rather than on some quality

Quantitative (adjective)

Of a form of analysis that determines the amount of some element or compound in a sample