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How to pronounce diluent in English?

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Type Words
Synonyms dilutant, thinner
Type of agent

Examples of diluent

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A non-polar diluent favours the formation of uncharged non-polar metal complexes.
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The polymer does not dissolve into a diluent, but rather rides on the liquid propylene.
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In contrast, purified water is the most commonly used diluent in milk-free formulations.
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Trehalose was used as diluent and added in each of the four formulations.
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The actinides are extracted by CMPO, and the diluent is a polar aromatic such as nitrobenzene.
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Distilled water is the preferred diluent, since it will not leave trace mineral deposits on the glass.
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There can be a case of over dilution and under dilution, as well as dilution with the incorrect diluent.
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The diluent vial is for single use only.
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The remaining diluent should be discarded.
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More examples
  • Dilutant: a diluting agent
  • That which dilutes; A solvent or other liquid preparation used to dilute a sample prior to testing; An agent used for effecting dilution of the blood; a weak drink; Diluting; making thinner or weaker by admixture, especially of water
  • (Diluents) Any substance, liquid, solid or gas used to dilute technical grade active ingredient during product formulation to reduce concentration to user strength.
  • (Diluents) Liquids used to thin down paint, such as turpentine or white spirit of oils and water for water-based paints.
  • A reactive or non-reactive additive whose primary function is to lower the viscosity and extend the material to which it was added.
  • A liquid used in coatings to reduce the consistency and make a coating flow more easily. The water in latex coatings is a diluent. A diluent may also be called a "Reducer," "Thinner," "Reducing Agent" or "Reducing Solvent."
  • Any liquid or solid material used to dilute or carry an active ingredient.
  • A liquid that is included in a coating, or can be added primarily to reduce its viscosity. A diluent is not necessarily a solvent for the binder.
  • Anything used to dilute a pesticide. Water, for example, is a diluent. Not to be confused with carrier.