supernatant

noun

Meaning

The clear liquid that remains above a solid residue after a mixture has been centrifuged or allowed to settle.

Examples

The researcher carefully decanted the supernatant into a clean test tube.
After the precipitate formed at the bottom, the supernatant was analyzed for remaining chemical traces.

Synonyms: liquid, fluid, filtrate

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supernatant

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌsuːpərˈneɪtənt/

Definition

The clear liquid that remains above a solid residue after a mixture has been centrifuged or allowed to settle.

Examples

The researcher carefully decanted the supernatant into a clean test tube.
After the precipitate formed at the bottom, the supernatant was analyzed for remaining chemical traces.
Ensure the centrifuge is balanced before separating the supernatant from the solid pellet.

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