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Fixative

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Word	Definition
paraformaldehydenoun	(organic chemistry) A solid oligomer of formaldehyde that is used as a fumigant, and as a fixative in histology
glutaraldehydenoun	(organic chemistry) The aliphatic dialdehyde pentane-1,5-dial, a toxic liquid with a pungent odor.
fixernoun	A person who serves as an agent to arrange for a desired result, perhaps by improper and/or unlawful means.
chemopreservationnoun	A technique for preserving the body of an organism by means of a chemical fixative.
treatmentnoun	Medical care for an illness or injury.
formalinnoun	A solution of formaldehyde in water; used as a disinfectant and to preserve biological specimens.
fixationnoun	A state of mind involving obsession with a particular person, idea, or thing.
cryofixativenoun	(biology) A fixative used in cryofixation
consolidantnoun	A substance applied to a material, such as rotten wood, to give it solidity and strength.
cryofixationnoun	(biology) The freezing of a specimen, typically by immersion in liquid nitrogen, in order to fix it
cryopreservativenoun	Any substance used for cryopreservation.
firming agentnoun	Any food additive added to react with pectin and give the food product a stronger structure.
curenoun	A method, device or medication that restores good health.
stabilizernoun	Any person or thing that brings stability.
mordantingnoun	The use of mordant to fix a dye to a fibre.
anti-rustnoun	A substance preventing the formation of rust.
lyoprotectantnoun	A substance added to something undergoing lyophilization in order to prevent damage.
reservenoun	The act of reserving or keeping back; reservation; exception.
cryoprotectantnoun	(biology) Any substance (typically a polyhydric alcohol) that prevents cell damage on freezing
humectantnoun	Any substance that promotes the retention of water, especially one used to keep a food product moist.