noun
- plural of permeator; devices, substances, or agents that permeate or pass through a material or membrane
Usage: technical; often used in chemistry, materials science, and engineering contexts
Examples
- The researchers studied various permeators to understand how molecules move through polymer membranes.
- Water and small gas molecules are common permeators in membrane filtration systems.
- The effectiveness of permeators depends on the pore size and chemical composition of the membrane.
- Scientists tested different permeators to improve the efficiency of the separation process.