Demulsify (Verb)
Meaning 1
Cause to demulsify.
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
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Meaning 2
Break down into components.
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The demulsify process was initially developed to separate two liquids that wouldn't normally mix, such as bitumen and water.
- Chemical additives can help to demulsify and remove unwanted deposits in crude oil.
- Special surfactants are used to demulsify the mixture, turning it back into two distinct components.
- Detergents work by using properties that demulsify and allow oil residue to readily mix with water.
- By applying heat, stirring, or introducing chemicals, one can demulsify and subsequently clean an oil-water mixture.