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Chelation

Noun CEFR B2
kiːˈleɪʃən

Definitions

  1. The formation of a polydentate chelate compound from a metal salt.
    countable, uncountable
  2. The use of this process to remove metal ions from solution, especially to counter poisoning by heavy metals.
    countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Españolquelación
Françaischélation
Portuguêsquelação
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CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Chelations chelator cheldern chelem chelengk chelerythrine

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