Chemical Processing Vocabulary

noun the action of cooling something, especially food, to below the temperature at which bacterial growth occurs

• The laboratory samples need to be stored at a specific temperature using refrigeration.
• Make sure you put the leftovers in the fridge so they don't spoil.
• I'm gonna chill this drink in the fridge before we drink it.
• His emotions were on ice, like a frozen heart that needed thawing out.

adjective not processed or purified; in a natural or raw state

• The unrefined oil needed to undergo further processing before it could be used.
• I prefer unrefined sugar in my coffee because it tastes more natural.
• She's so unrefined, always speaking her mind without filter.
• His unrefined manners were like a rough diamond waiting to be polished.

noun a substance used to make something acidic or to lower the pH level of a substance

• The acidizer is used in the oil and gas industry to increase the productivity of wells.
• I heard they're bringing in the acidizer to help with the clogged pipes.
• Let's bring in the acidizer and clear this mess up.
• Her sharp words acted as an acidizer, dissolving the tension in the room.