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flocculant

/ˈflɒkjʊlənt/ noun · British & US
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What does flocculant mean?

noun

A substance that causes or is used to cause the formation of flocs, especially in water treatment. A flocculant is a chemical that helps to remove suspended particles from a liquid.

Example

"The water treatment plant used a flocculant to clarify the water before it was released into the river."

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