Pronunciation: /flɑˈkjəˈleɪʃən/
noun the process in which colloidal particles come together to form larger clumps or 'flocs'
A1 Flocculation is the process of clumping together of particles in a liquid.
A2 During water treatment, flocculation helps to remove impurities by causing them to clump together.
B1 The effectiveness of flocculation in wastewater treatment depends on the type of chemicals used.
B2 Flocculation is an important step in the purification of drinking water to ensure it is safe for consumption.
C1 Researchers are studying new methods of flocculation to improve the efficiency of industrial wastewater treatment.
C2 Understanding the principles of flocculation is essential for engineers designing water treatment plants.
verb to undergo or cause flocculation
A1 The recipe said to flocculate the mixture by gently stirring it.
A2 She learned how to flocculate the clay in her ceramics class.
B1 The scientist used a chemical agent to flocculate the particles in the solution.
B2 The wastewater treatment plant uses flocculation to remove impurities from the water.
C1 The process of flocculating the sediment in the river is essential for maintaining water quality.
C2 The engineer developed a new method for flocculating nanoparticles in industrial processes.
formal The process of flocculation involves the aggregation of destabilized particles in a suspension to form flocs.
informal Adding a flocculant helps with flocculation, making the particles clump together for easier removal.
slang I heard that using a magic potion can speed up the flocculation process in your science experiment.
figurative In a team setting, good leadership can act as a flocculation agent, bringing together different individuals to work towards a common goal.
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