lixiviation

lixiviation definition - medical

lix·iv·i·a·tion (lĭk-sĭvˌē-āˈshən)

noun
The removal of the soluble constituents of a substance by the action of a percolating liquid. Also called leaching.

Related Forms:

  • lix·ivˈi·ateˌ (lĭk-sĭvˈē-ātˌ) verb

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