complexation

/ˌkɑmplɛkˈseɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of forming a complex, especially a chemical compound in which molecules or ions are loosely joined.
    • The complexation between the drug and the protein affects how the medicine works in the body.
    • Complexation is important in water treatment because it can help remove heavy metals.
    • In chemistry lab, we studied the complexation of metal ions with certain molecules to form colorful solutions.
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