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solvent

[sol-vuhnt] / ˈsɒl vənt /


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With the right balance of water and solvent, a plain surface can transform into a vibrant array of patterns.

From Science Daily

Amines are used as solvents and catalysts in an array of industries, from pharmaceuticals to personal care and agrochemicals.

From The Wall Street Journal

Treasury, Emirati firms handle by far the world’s highest volume of Iran’s shadow funds, exploiting opaque registries and lax rules to keep Tehran solvent.

From The Wall Street Journal

This approach differs from traditional techniques, which often require dissolving samples in solvents and can damage delicate artifacts.

From Science Daily

This localized solvent atmosphere promotes grain rearrangement and growth, working together with the seeded crystallization process to produce a more uniform and stable film.

From Science Daily