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solvent

[sol-vuhnt] / ˈsɒl vənt /


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"We have captured for the first time how electronic changes associated with proton transfer are coupled to reorganization of the surrounding solvent," said Biasin.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 6, 2026

Another makes acetic anhydride, a key ingredient of aspirin, and the third makes ethyl acetate, which is used as a solvent and for decaffeinating tea and coffee.

From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026

Bravo-Karimi estimated that, based on current guaranteed revenue, the nation’s second-largest school system can remain solvent for about two more years after the current academic year.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026

The bipartisan 1983 effort made the system solvent for half a century, largely thanks to a strong economy.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026

For the time being, the knowledge helped keep the Irwin barn solvent.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand

But fabrication and assembly plant workers can face exposure to solvents, acids, toxic metals and chemical gases, according to the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

From Barron's ● Oct. 7, 2026

Even though they have no internal friction, they still act as solvents, allowing molecules to dissolve within them.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 4, 2026

The list of potential contaminants from the 'fire practice pond' include petrol, oil, lubricants, solvents and firefighting chemicals - which were "drained into storm water drainage."

From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026

Existing battery assembly lines include football-field-long ovens for drying layers of material that have been dissolved in solvents.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026

The individual exposed to DDT, for example, is almost certain to be exposed to other liver-damaging hydrocarbons, which are so widely used as solvents, paint removers, degreasing agents, dry-cleaning fluids, and anesthetics.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson


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