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ion exchange
noun
Definition of ION EXCHANGE
: a reversible interchange of one kind of ion present on an insoluble solid with another of like charge present in a solution surrounding the solid with the reaction being used especially for softening or demineralizing water, the purification of chemicals, or the separation of substances
— ion exchanger noun
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First Known Use of ION EXCHANGE
1923
Medical Dictionary
ion exchange
noun ion ex·change \-iks-ˈchānj\
Medical Definition of ION EXCHANGE
: a reversible interchange of one kind of ion present on an insoluble solid with another of like charge present in a solution surrounding the solid with the reaction being used especially for softening or demineralizing water, purifying chemicals, or separating substances
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