noun
- the process of removing ions from a liquid, especially water, typically using ion-exchange resins or other chemical methods.
Usage: technical; commonly used in chemistry and water treatment
Examples
- Deionization is used in laboratories to produce ultrapure water for sensitive experiments.
- The water treatment plant employs deionization to remove dissolved salts and minerals.
- Deionization columns must be regenerated periodically to maintain their effectiveness.
- Many industrial processes depend on deionization to prevent mineral buildup in equipment.
- The deionization of seawater is more challenging than treating freshwater sources.