Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coagulant
noun
/kəʊˈɑːɡjʊlənt/
Definition
A coagulant is a substance that causes another substance to form a clot or coagulate.
Examples
- Alum is a common coagulant used in water purification.
- The addition of a coagulant helped the milk to curdle in cheese making.
- Doctors may use coagulants in certain medical procedures to control bleeding.
Meaning
In various industries, coagulants are used in processes where liquid forms need to be turned into a solid or semi-solid state, such as in water treatment or food production.
Synonyms
- Clotting agent
- Coagulator
- Thickening agent
