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diluent Definition

dilu·ent (dilyo̵̅o̅ ənt)

adjective

diluting

Etymology: L diluens, prp. of diluere

noun

a diluting substance
diluent Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • use: The diluents used are carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and mixtures of these, to simulate exhaust gas residuals.
  • add: The ADV replaces the need to add the diluent manually and functions like an inline second-stage regulator.
  • supply: Do not mix with other vaccines or medicines, except the diluent supplied with the vaccine.
  • pull: Discard the vial if a vacuum does not pull the diluent into the vial.
  • need: We made the ascent as normal, and I learned from first hand experience that the rebreather does not need any diluent during ascent.

Adjective modifier

  • remaining: Add the contents of the syringe to the remaining diluent.
  • reactive: The addition of a reactive diluent ( usually styrene ) eases working, often reduces cost and enhances the reactivity of the polyester.
  • appropriate: The diluent may be a balanced salt solution or other appropriate diluent.

Modifies a noun

  • vial: The vaccine concentrate will drain into the diluent vial.
  • syringe: Do not freeze, to prevent damage to the prefilled diluent syringe.
  • cylinder: I used my dry suit line, and yes the bag went up OK, together with the contents of my diluent cylinder.
  • flow: Controlling the level using the diluent flow, make a step change in the concentrate flow.
  • tank: You can put yourself on the surface with 30 bar in the 3L diluent tank so full isn't really an issue.
  • solution: Nasal provocation begins with administration of a diluent solution into one or both nostrils using a metered dose delivery device.

Noun used with modifier

  • air: The Nitrox CCR ( air diluent ) actually has more of a depth limitation than air.