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demulsifying

/dɛmˈʌlsɪfaɪɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does demulsifying mean?

verb

The process of separating or removing an emulsion, especially one that is stable or difficult to break, into its constituent parts. Demulsifying is often used in industrial processes, such as oil refining and wastewater treatment.

Example

"The demulsifying process was crucial in separating the oil from the water in the contaminated well."

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