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Substance used to induce or sustain dryness
A desiccant is a hygroscopic substance that is used to induce or sustain a state of dryness (desiccation) in its vicinity; it is the opposite of a humectant
Desiccant
List of desiccants: Activated alumina Aerogel Benzophenone (as anion) Bentonite clay Calcium chloride Calcium hydride Calcium oxide Calcium sulfate (Drierite)
List_of_desiccants
Drying crops before harvest
or "dry-down", more quickly and evenly. Crop desiccants (not to be confused with chemical desiccants) include herbicides and defoliants, used to accelerate
Crop_desiccation
Filter systems to reduce humidity of compressed air
coalescing, refrigerated, and deliquescent; and secondary, which includes desiccant, absorption, and membrane. Their performance characteristics are typically
Compressed_air_dryer
Device which reduces humidity
There are two common types of dehumidifiers: condensate dehumidifiers and desiccant dehumidifiers, and there are also other emerging designs. Condensate dehumidifiers
Dehumidifier
Chemical compound with formula MgSO4
taste to bottled water. Anhydrous magnesium sulfate is commonly used as a desiccant in organic synthesis owing to its affinity for water and compatibility
Magnesium_sulfate
Porous form of silicon dioxide
nanometers has a strong affinity for water molecules and is widely used as a desiccant. It is hard and translucent, but considerably softer than massive silica
Silica_gel
Type of energy recovery heat exchanger
to recover the heat energy. Other variants include enthalpy wheels and desiccant wheels. A cooling-specific thermal wheel is sometimes referred to as a
Thermal_wheel
Supposed method for preventing water damage
into a desiccant may or may not be more effective than leaving them to dry in open air. Uncooked rice is inferior to other common desiccants such as
Phone_repair_with_rice
State of extreme dryness or process of thorough drying
is the state of extreme dryness, or the process of extreme drying. A desiccant is a hygroscopic (attracts and holds water) substance that induces or
Desiccation
Dry chemical leavening agent
and acid are prevented from reacting prematurely by the inclusion of a desiccant such as cornstarch. Baking powder is used to increase the volume and lighten
Baking_powder
Device that extracts drinkable water from humid air
condensation — cooling the air below its dew point, exposing the air to desiccants, using membranes that only pass water vapor, collecting fog, or pressurizing
Atmospheric_water_generator
tube is a tube-like piece of apparatus used to house a disposable solid desiccant, wherein at one end the tube-like structure terminates in a ground glass
Drying_tube
Thermodynamic cycle
The Cromer cycle is a thermodynamic cycle that uses a desiccant to interact with higher-relative-humidity air leaving a cold surface. When a system is
Cromer_cycle
Chemical compound
crystalline solid is the anhydride of phosphoric acid. It is a powerful desiccant and dehydrating agent. Phosphorus pentoxide crystallizes in at least four
Phosphorus_pentoxide
can consist of nothing more than a sealed, airtight box containing a desiccant, such as silica gel or anhydrous calcium chloride. These can be easily
Dry_box
Chemical compound
Because the anhydrous salt is hygroscopic and deliquescent, it is used as a desiccant. Calcium chloride was apparently discovered in the 15th century but wasn't
Calcium_chloride
Device used to obtain potable water by reverse osmosis of seawater
extracts potable water from the humidity in air using a refrigeration or a desiccant. Many versions are used by long-distance ocean cruisers. Depending on
Watermaker
Tablets to release carbon dioxide in water
blister pack, or with a hermetically sealed package with incorporated desiccant in the cap. To use them, they are dropped into water to make a solution
Effervescent_tablet
Sealable enclosures containing desiccants to preserve moisture-sensitive items
Desiccators are sealable enclosures containing desiccants used for preserving moisture-sensitive items such as cobalt chloride paper for another use. A
Desiccator
Chemical compound
and bromine. Its extreme hygroscopic character makes LiBr useful as a desiccant in certain air conditioning systems. LiBr is prepared by treating an aqueous
Lithium_bromide
Chemical compound
a surface area significantly over 200 m2/g. The compound is used as a desiccant (to keep things dry by adsorbing water from the air) and as a filter of
Activated_alumina
Construction element consisting of at least two glass plates
external noise is an issue. Typically, spacers are filled with or contain desiccant to remove moisture trapped in the gas space during manufacturing, thereby
Insulated_glazing
Chemical derived from gypsum used in food and industry
return to the dihydrate state, a property exploited in some commercial desiccants. On heating above 250 °C, the completely anhydrous form called β-anhydrite
Calcium_sulfate
Filter material with homogeneously sized pores in the nanometer range
that sorts molecules based on their size. Another important use is as a desiccant. They are often used in the petrochemical industry for drying gas streams
Molecular_sieve
Systemic herbicide and crop desiccant
N-(phosphonomethyl)glycine) is a broad-spectrum systemic herbicide and crop desiccant. It is an organophosphorus compound, specifically a phosphonate, which
Glyphosate
Method of reusing thermal energy in a building
gradient). The enthalpy exchange is accomplished through the use of desiccants. Desiccants transfer moisture through the process of adsorption which is predominately
Heat_recovery_ventilation
20th episode of the 8th season of Seinfeld
takes the desiccant packs from the clothes. When he eats some chips the store gives out to customers, he unknowingly drops one of the desiccant packs in
The_Millennium_(Seinfeld)
Cyclic chemical compound, (CH2)4O
Although THF is traditionally dried by distillation from an aggressive desiccant such as elemental sodium, molecular sieves have been shown to be superior
Tetrahydrofuran
Dessicant system for natural gas
Glycol dehydration is a liquid desiccant system for the removal of water from natural gas and natural gas liquids (NGL). It is the most common and economical
Glycol_dehydration
Chemical compound
liberating hydrogen gas. CaH2 is thus used as a drying agent, i.e. a desiccant. CaH2 is a saline hydride, meaning that its structure is salt-like. The
Calcium_hydride
Edible seaweed species of the red algae genus Pyropia
purposes. Since nori sheets easily absorb water from the air and degrade, a desiccant is needed when storing nori for any significant time. Nori—despite not
Nori
Chemical compound with formula NaCl
a flavor enhancer and as a tenderizer. It is used as a cheap and safe desiccant because of its hygroscopic properties, making salting an effective method
Sodium_chloride
Substance dissolving a solute resulting in a solution
levels of light, but can proceed slowly even in dark conditions. Unless a desiccant is used which can destroy the peroxides, they will concentrate during
Solvent
Chemical compound
Hydrated silica can be dehydrated to produce silica gel, which is used as a desiccant. It is also used in various paints and varnishes and in the production
Hydrated_silica
Mix of high explosives
paraffin wax as a phlegmatizing agent; 0.47 ± 0.1% calcium chloride as a desiccant to prevent moisture from reacting with the powdered aluminium. Comp H-6
Composition_H-6
Measure of device susceptibility to moisture damage
sensitive devices are packaged in a moisture barrier antistatic bag with a desiccant and a moisture indicator card which is sealed. MSL-specified parts must
Moisture_sensitivity_level
Small cloth scented bag filled with herbs
containing a material intended to interact with its atmosphere; for example, desiccants are usually packed in sachets which are then placed in larger packages
Sachet
Cooling system that uses solar power
tropics). Air can be passed over common, solid desiccants (like silica gel or zeolite) or liquid desiccants (like lithium bromide/chloride) to draw moisture
Solar_air_conditioning
Type of insect that feeds on human blood
Washburn, Travis Hardin (August 2014). "Silica Gel: A Better Bed Bug Desiccant". Pest Control Technology (8): 76. ISSN 0730-7608. Archived from the original
Bed_bug
Organic compound
ethanol may be dried by addition of a desiccant, such as molecular sieves, cellulose, or cornmeal. The desiccants can be dried and reused. Molecular sieves
Ethanol
Chemical compound
name Dehydrite. It is used as desiccant to dry gas or air samples, but is no longer advised, for use as a general desiccant, due to hazards inherent in
Magnesium_perchlorate
Representation of moisture adsorption
on a Type V silica gel. Desiccant Food chemistry Moisture vapor transmission rate Shelf life Cohen, Alan P. (2003). "Desiccants". Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia
Moisture_sorption_isotherm
Chemical compound
Arsenic acid Names IUPAC name Arsoric acid Other names Desiccant L-10 Orthoarsenic acid Trihydrogen arsenate Zotox Identifiers CAS Number 7778-39-4 Y
Arsenic_acid
vacuum at 200~250 °C to obtain the anhydrous form. It is a commonly used desiccant and can also be used as a Lewis acid or electrophile activator. Magnesium
Magnesium_compounds
High-proof liquor, generally made illicitly
ISSN 0104-6632. Burfield, David R.; Hefter, Glenn T.; Koh, Donald S. P. (1984). "Desiccant efficiency in solvent and reagent drying 8. molecular sieve column drying
Moonshine
Device that cools air through the evaporation of water
compartment inside the can contains a desiccant and a liquid. Just before drinking, a tab is pulled so that the desiccant comes into contact with the liquid
Evaporative_cooler
American thermal management company
industrial, and data center applications Climate by Design International (CDI) Desiccant dehumidifiers and critical process air handlers for indoor air quality
Modine_Manufacturing
Surrounding a gift with material to conceal it
Coextrusion Container glass Corrugated fiberboard Corrugated plastic Cushioning Desiccant Double seam Flip-top Foam peanut Gel pack Hot-melt adhesive Humidity indicator
Gift_wrapping
Mineral composed of sodium chloride
containing potassium iodide, is widely available. Some people put a desiccant, such as a few grains of uncooked rice or a saltine cracker, in their
Salt
Gas-filled radiation detector
atmospheric pressure, but to prevent ingress of moisture a filter containing a desiccant is installed in the vent line. This is to stop moisture building up in
Ionization_chamber
Ability of fabric to transfer moisture vapor
heat and humidity out. Also known as JIS L 1099, JIS Z 0208, ISO 2528, Desiccant Method of ASTM E96, JIS K 6328 (JIS is short for Japanese Industry Standards)
Breathability
Hand tool for securing and moving loads
packaging, barrier pouches, laminated films, laminated rollstock, shockwatch, desiccant, converters, general packaging". 2002-08-16. Archived from the original
Hook_(hand_tool)
Waterless substance
Desiccators can also be used to store reagents in dry conditions. Common desiccants include phosphorus pentoxide and silica gel. Chemists may also require
Anhydrous
Infestation of a camera lens by fungus
should be dried if necessary before they are packed up, or stored with desiccant. The surfaces of the front and rear lenses should be kept free from dust
Lens_fungus
Concentration of water vapour in the air
Desiccant bag (silica gel), commonly included in packages containing electronic products to control humidity
Humidity
Drying assembly method
1999 by Charles Cressy as an alternative to conventional refrigerant and desiccant dehumidifier drying techniques. In July 2013 British Standards PAS 64
Convectant_drying
Brewed beverage made from tea leaves
open-leafed Chun Mee tea. Storage life for all teas can be extended by using desiccant or oxygen-absorbing packets, vacuum sealing, or refrigeration in air-tight
Tea
Practice of gathering plant specimens
they will use a desiccant. The most commonly used desiccant is silica gel. To do this flowers are placed in a box, and the desiccant is added till the
Plant_collecting
Process for the separation of mixtures
process. After using a desiccant to absorb water from an organic liquid, the organic liquid can often be decanted away from the desiccant. The process of deriving
Decantation
Chemical compound
aerosolized it acts as a disinfectant. Glycols are also used as liquid desiccants for natural gas and in air conditioning systems. It is used as an additive
Triethylene_glycol
Chemical compound
require the use of any strong acid. It is also occasionally used as a desiccant. Lide, David R., ed. (2006). CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics (87th ed
Magnesium_nitrate
Large bag made of rough fiber, often used for storage and transport
Coextrusion Container glass Corrugated fiberboard Corrugated plastic Cushioning Desiccant Double seam Flip-top Foam peanut Gel pack Hot-melt adhesive Humidity indicator
Gunny_sack
Topics referred to by the same term
dioxide is a chemical compound. Silica may also refer to: Silica gel, a desiccant Silica, Rožňava District, Slovakia Silica, Kansas, United States Silica
Silica_(disambiguation)
Machine used to compress breathing air for use by underwater divers
from the desiccant. A carbon dioxide absorbent may be loaded downstream of the hopcalite. Desiccants are intended to absorb water vapour. Desiccant media
Diving_air_compressor
Highly concentrated ethanol
ISSN 0104-6632. Burfield, David R.; Hefter, Glenn T.; Koh, Donald S. P. (1984). "Desiccant efficiency in solvent and reagent drying 8. molecular sieve column drying
Rectified_spirit
Enclosure or protection of products
required. Permeation is a critical factor in design. Some packages contain desiccants or oxygen absorbers to help extend shelf life. Modified atmospheres or
Packaging
Chemical sedative and hypnotic drug
of a mixture of chloral hydrate and sulfuric acid, which serves as the desiccant. Notably, it is used to synthesize isatin. In this synthesis, chloral
Chloral_hydrate
Small container, typically for drinks
Coextrusion Container glass Corrugated fiberboard Corrugated plastic Cushioning Desiccant Double seam Flip-top Foam peanut Gel pack Hot-melt adhesive Humidity indicator
Aluminum_can
Type of container
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Soy_sauce_fish
U.S. man-portable surface-to-air missile
generator cartridge, as well as new designs for the o-rings and integral desiccant cartridge. FIM-92K: Variant of FIM-92J designed to use a vehicle datalink
FIM-92_Stinger
Type of domestic container
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Carton
Austrian packaging manufacturer
products are with anti-counterfeiting features, child-resistant features or desiccant features. Constantia Flexibles is present in 18 countries, with a primary
Constantia_Flexibles
Inhibition of microbial growth in food
factors: lack of light, lack of oxygen, cool temperatures, pH level, or desiccants in the soil. Burial may be combined with other methods such as salting
Food_preservation
Dispensing system of an aerosol mist
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Aerosol_spray_dispenser
Packaging that interacts with products or their environment
permeability, and absorption capacity of the desiccant. Some pharmaceutical containers incorporate desiccants into bottle closures or internal structures
Active_packaging
Substance used to control pests
includes substances intended for use as a plant growth regulator, defoliant, desiccant, or agent for thinning fruit or preventing the premature fall of fruit
Pesticide
Chemical compound with formula Na2SO4
Sodium sulfate (also known as sodium sulphate or sulfate of soda) is the inorganic compound with formula Na2SO4 as well as several related hydrates. All
Sodium_sulfate
Petroleum-based corrosion inhibitor
low humidity if possible Avoid direct ocean airflow (salt = enemy) Use: Desiccant packs Sealed containers Plastic wrap (for smaller items) 2. Wrapping Methods
Cosmoline
Flexible container
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Bag
Air quality within and around buildings and structures
lower 40s °F.[citation needed] Some facilities are being designed using desiccant wheels with gas-fired heaters to dry out the wheel enough to get the required
Indoor_air_quality
Glass jar used in scientific experiments
protecting plants from cold Desiccator – Sealable enclosures containing desiccants to preserve moisture-sensitive items Pet tree – Keyring or mobile phone
Bell_jar
Chemical compound
roads. It has also been suggested for use in a less corrosive liquid desiccant. A 52% solution of potassium formate has a freezing point of −60 °C (−76 °F)
Potassium_formate
Instrument that measures differential pressure
leave open to the atmosphere (open air, or possibly through a buffer or desiccant chamber). The DP-cell will indicate the relative difference between the
DP_cell
Silicon dioxide with branched chains on micro scale
anticaking agent (free-flow agent) in powders. Like silica gel, it serves as a desiccant. It is used in cosmetics for its light-diffusing properties. It is used
Fumed_silica
Mountain in Central Highlands, Vietnam
operation initially bombed the forests of the Massif with napalm and the desiccant Agent Blue in mid February. Then in mid March US forces bombed the mountain
Chu_Pong_Massif
Organic compound ethane-1,2-diol
high boiling point and affinity for water, ethylene glycol is a useful desiccant. Ethylene glycol is widely used to inhibit the formation of natural gas
Ethylene_glycol
Robust pressed steel liquid container
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Jerrycan
Hollow metal pipe used to carry radio waves
prevented with silica gel, a desiccant, or slight pressurization of the waveguide cavities with dry nitrogen or argon. Desiccant silica gel canisters may
Waveguide_(radio_frequency)
Container specifically made for liquid such as beverages and usually made of aluminum
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Drink_can
Method of separating mixtures
impurity. For example, to purify ethanol beyond 95%, a drying agent (or desiccant, such as potassium carbonate) can be added to convert the soluble water
Distillation
Collecting hobby
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Can_collecting
Container designed for safe transport and storage of ammunition
ammunition from moisture damage. With other containers, plastic bags and desiccants can be used. The resealing ammunition box is largely a NATO tradition
Ammunition_box
Chemistry laboratory technique
distillation from an aggressive desiccant, molecular sieves are far superior. Aside from being inefficient, sodium as a desiccant (below its melting point)
Air-free_technique
Special purpose heat exchanger
Thermal wheel, or rotary heat exchanger (including enthalpy wheel and desiccant wheel) Convection recuperator Radiation recuperator Air handler Energy
Recuperator
Type of container
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Box
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Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute
Packaging_Machinery_Manufacturers_Institute
Chemical compound
by-product of ethylene glycol production. DEG is an important industrial desiccant. It absorbs water from natural gas, minimizing the formation of methane
Diethylene_glycol
Chemical compound
created. Because of this property, sodium–potassium alloys are used as desiccants in drying solvents prior to distillation. Eutectic NaK (NaK-77, an alloy
Sodium–potassium_alloy
Chemical compound
as a brazing flux for aluminium in automobile parts. It is used as a desiccant for drying air streams. In more specialized applications, lithium chloride
Lithium_chloride
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