deflocculation
Definitions
The dispersion of an aggregate to form a stable colloid; the reverse of coagulation or flocculation.
Equivalents
Examples
“Repeated use⟳ of this type⟳ of [water] on plants results in deflocculation[] of the soil. Good quality soil consists of loose aggregates which provide⟳ natural aeration and ease of root run⟳. Sodium accumulation in soil destroys this natural flocculation and causes the soil to pack⟳.”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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