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A chemical agent that forms a water-soluble metallic complex and prevents the precipitation of metal ions from solution. A sequestering agent, unlike a chelating agent, losses its effectiveness at high temperatures or after extended periods of time. | A chemical agent that forms a water-soluble metallic complex and prevents the precipitation of metal ions from solution. A sequestering agent, unlike a chelating agent, losses its effectiveness at high temperatures or after extended periods of time. | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:07, 20 January 2007
A chemical agent that forms a water-soluble metallic complex and prevents the precipitation of metal ions from solution. A sequestering agent, unlike a chelating agent, losses its effectiveness at high temperatures or after extended periods of time.