dispersion medium

[/dɪˈspɜːrʒən ˈmiːdiəm/]
nounpl: dispersion media or dispersion mediums
meio de dispersão
1. The continuous phase in a colloidal system or suspension in which dispersed particles or droplets are suspended or distributed
In an emulsion, the dispersion medium can be either oil or water depending on the type of emulsion.
Em uma emulsão, o meio de dispersão pode ser óleo ou água dependendo do tipo de emulsão.
2. A fluid or semi-solid substance that serves as the carrier phase for distributing solid particles, liquid droplets, or gas bubbles throughout its volume
The dispersion medium in paint is typically composed of a binder and solvent.
O meio de dispersão na tinta é tipicamente composto por um aglutinante e um solvente.
This is a technical term primarily used in chemistry, materials science, and pharmaceutical industries in both Brazil and the United States. It is not commonly used in everyday language and is restricted to academic and professional contexts. The term is standardized across Portuguese-speaking countries and English-speaking regions, reflecting the international nature of scientific terminology.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
continuous phasematrix phasecarrier phasesolventvehicle
Antonyms / Antônimos
dispersed phasediscontinuous phase

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
meio de dispersão
Standard term used in chemistry and materials science education and industry
São Paulo
meio dispersivo
Alternative technical term occasionally used in industrial contexts
Portugal
meio de dispersão
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; standard scientific terminology
USA Technical
dispersion medium
Primary term in American chemistry and materials science

Related Words

colloidsuspensionemulsiondispersedispersantdispersoidcolloidal system
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