Flocculant
- Pronunciation
- /FLOK-yuh-luh-nt/
- Category
- Chemical
- Singular
- Flocculant
- Plural
- Flocculants
Definition
A substance that causes aggregation of particles into larger flocs.
Etymology
From Latin 'floccus', meaning 'tuft of wool' or 'flock'.
Example
Flocculants are used in water treatment to remove suspended solids.
Related Terms
- Coagulation
- Flocculation