dispersant JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/dɪˈspɛr.sənt/ · dis.pers.ant
noun
- A substance used to prevent settling or clumping of particles suspended in a liquid. The dispersant added to the paint helped to prevent it from separating into distinct layers.
verb
- To cause particles to separate or spread out in a liquid. The dispersant was used to break up the oil spill and prevent it from reaching the shore.
Did you know? The use of dispersants in oil spills has been a topic of controversy, as they can also harm aquatic life and ecosystems.