American spelling; the ongoing process of separating a substance into fractions or distinct components.
Present participle of fractionize, formed by adding -ing. Preserves the American -ize spelling from the base verb.
Atmospheric scientists discuss 'fractionizing' rainwater isotopes to understand ancient climates—the lighter water molecules evaporate preferentially, leaving clues about the past trapped in ice cores.
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