peptisation
/ˌpɛptəˈzeɪʃən/
noun
- The process of turning a gel or precipitate into a colloidal solution by adding a chemical agent.
- In the lab, peptisation of the gelatin was achieved by adding a small amount of acid.
- Peptisation is an important step in making certain types of ink and paint.
- The chemist studied the peptisation of clay particles to understand soil behavior.