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separating agent

[/ˈsɛp.ə.reɪ.tɪŋ ˈeɪ.dʒənt/]
nounpl: separating agents
agente separador
1. A substance or material used to prevent adhesion or to facilitate the separation of two surfaces or materials
The mold release agent acts as a separating agent between the concrete and the mold.
O agente de desmoldagem atua como agente separador entre o concreto e a forma.
2. In chemistry and laboratory contexts, a substance that facilitates the division or isolation of mixed components
Silica gel is used as a separating agent in chromatography.
O gel de sílica é usado como agente separador na cromatografia.
3. In industrial applications, a compound that prevents sticking or clumping
Anti-caking agents serve as separating agents in powdered food products.
Os agentes anti-aglomerantes servem como agentes separadores em produtos alimentares em pó.
Synonyms
release agentmold releaseanti-adhesivedesmouldantseparant
Antonyms
adhesivebinderglue

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
agente separador
Most common usage in industrial and chemical contexts
Portugal
agente desmoldante
Commonly used in construction and manufacturing
General Technical
desmolde
Used as a shortened form in technical documentation

Related Idioms & Phrases

release mechanism
separation process
mold release technique
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