That coheres to form a compact mass (cf. cake, v. 1a). Chiefly in caking coal: a bituminous coal that softens and clumps together when heated…

That neutralizes something (frequently in technical contexts).

Said of a chemical process in which liquid is used.

Chemistry and Textiles. Of natural polymeric materials (esp. cellulose or proteins): reprecipitated following chemical treatment, typically in the…

Of or relating to aluminothermy; liable to undergo aluminothermy.

provided with a buffer or buffers; protected, insulated, or modified by a buffer (in various senses), spec. (a) Chemistry designating a substance or…

Linked by a hydroxyl group; containing metal ions so linked.

Designating or relating to the hydroformylation process or reaction.

Designating chemical tests and analysis involving the use of solvents or other liquids; = humid, adj. c; so wet-chemical adj. Cf. way, n.1 17c.