Siccative (Noun)
Meaning
A substance that promotes drying (e.g., calcium oxide absorbs water and is used to remove moisture).
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The manufacturer recommended using calcium oxide as a siccative in the coating process to improve drying time and quality.
- Alumina was employed as a siccative to facilitate moisture removal from the environment during sensitive scientific experiments.
- When treating a waterlogged area, construction teams may apply silica gel or a similar siccative to aid in desiccation and recovery efforts.
- Engineers tested several desiccants as siccatives for preserving old historical buildings in high-humidity regions.
- Gypsum has natural siccative properties and was utilized by conservators to manage damp conditions during art restoration.