Chelation
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /kiːˈleɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chelation is a noun meaning (chemistry) The formation of a polydentate chelate compound from a metal salt.
Meaning
(chemistry) The formation of a polydentate chelate compound from a metal salt.
More Meanings
- (medicine) The use of this process to remove metal ions from solution, especially to counter poisoning by heavy metals.
Word Forms
- chelations
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include proteolysis, bind, ferrochelation, chelater, dechelation, interchelation.
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