GEMET
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flotation
Definition

A process used to separate particulate solids by causing one group of particles to float; utilizes differences in surface chemical properties of the particles, some of which are entirely wetted by water, others are not.

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Concept URL: http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/3308