dispersant
- adjective
- /dɪsˈpɜrsənt/
- A dispersant agent was added to the mixture to ensure even distribution of particles.
Examples
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Scientists tested several dispersant compounds to improve the paint's consistency.
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The dispersant properties of the chemical help prevent clumping in the solution.
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The dispersant was effective in breaking up the clumps of material.
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Using a dispersant can improve the effectiveness of the cleaning process.
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A dispersant is often added to ensure that the ingredients spread evenly in the paint.
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The dispersant helps to break up agglomerates and achieves a uniform particle distribution.
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Adding a dispersant to the solution improved the mixture's consistency and flow.
Synonyms
Spreads slowly through a material, like ink in water
To cause tiny pieces, light or sound to spread out
Likely to spread widely, for example news or disease
How Dispersive
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Dispersant comes from the parts dis- 'apart' and sperse 'scatter'. Think of the common word disperse or sparse, which mean 'spread out', so a dispersant is something that helps particles spread out evenly and stop clumping.