densifier

/dɛnˈsɪfɪˌɛr/

Definitions

1. noun

A device or machine used to increase the density of a substance, especially a gas, by removing some of the lighter particles or by adding heavier particles.

“The plant used a densifier to concentrate the oxygen in the air for its photosynthesis process.”

2. verb

To increase the density of a substance, especially a gas, by removing some of the lighter particles or by adding heavier particles.

“The engineer densified the gas mixture to improve its efficiency in the chemical reaction.”

Synonyms

  • compressor
  • condenser

Antonyms

  • dilator
  • expander