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lyophilic

 
Dictionary: ly·o·phil·ic   ('ə-fĭl'ĭk) pronunciation

adj.
Characterized by strong attraction between the colloid medium and the dispersion medium of a colloidal system.


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Chemistry Dictionary: lyophilic
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Having an affinity for a solvent ('solvent-loving'; if the solvent is water the term hydrophilic is used). See colloids.



Medical Dictionary: ly·o·phil·ic
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('ə-fĭl'ĭk)
adj.

Characterized by strong attraction between the colloid medium and the dispersion medium of a colloidal system.

Veterinary Dictionary: lyophilic
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Having an affinity for, or stable in, solution.

 
 

 

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