chelator

/ˈtʃɛl.ətər/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance that can bind to and remove ions or molecules from a solution, often used in medical or laboratory settings.

“The researcher used a chelator to remove heavy metals from the contaminated water sample.”

Synonyms

  • chelating agent
  • ion exchange agent

Antonyms

  • accumulator
  • depolarizer