Diachysis
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌdaɪ.əˈkaɪ.sɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Diachysis is a noun meaning (physical chemistry) A method of separating molecules or particles of different sizes by differential diffusion through a semipermeable membrane.
Meaning
(physical chemistry) A method of separating molecules or particles of different sizes by differential diffusion through a semipermeable membrane.
More Meanings
- (medicine) Use of this method for removal of waste products from the blood in the case of liver failure: hemodiachysis or peritoneal diachysis.
Word Forms
- diachyses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dialysis, perstraction, atmolysis, diffusate, interdiffusion, diafiltration.
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