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Floc (Noun)

Meaning

A small loosely aggregated mass of flocculent material suspended in or precipitated from a liquid.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • The sedimentation test showed that the formation of floc occurred rapidly after the coagulant was added to the wastewater.
  • The researchers analyzed the wastewater treatment process by studying the size and composition of the suspended floc particles.
  • Floc growth and settling can be influenced by factors such as water flow, pH, and temperature.
  • Algal cells formed a large floc after several days, suggesting that coagulation was taking place in the reactor.
  • The study found that floc breakage can be a significant issue in sludge dewatering processes if not managed properly.

Synonyms

  • Floccule

Hypernyms

  • Material
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