Demulsifying

/dɪˈmʌlsɪfaɪɪŋ/ verb, adjective

Definition

In the process of breaking down an emulsion; the ongoing action of separating mixed liquids.

Etymology

Present participle of 'demulsify,' used as both a verb form and an adjective to describe ongoing demulsification processes.

Kelly Says

In real-time oil refining, the 'demulsifying' stage is watched obsessively because it determines whether you get clean crude or a worthless, gunky mess that clogs equipment.

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