Definition

A device that removes charged particles (ions) from a liquid, often used to purify water by exchanging ions in the solution with those in the device's resin.

Example

The laboratory used a deionizer to ensure the water was free of impurities for their experiments.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a deionizer?

Yeah, I think it's used to purify water, right?

Exactly! It removes ions from the water to make it cleaner.

That's pretty cool! I should look into getting one for my fish tank.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Deionizer → It is formed from "de-" (meaning removal or reversal) and "ion" (from Greek "ion", meaning going or to go, referring to charged particles) and "-izer" (meaning to make or to cause). The word "deionizer" refers to a device that removes ions from a solution, effectively reversing the presence of charged particles.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('de-') 'charged particles' ('ion') to remember that a deionizer is a device that takes away ions.

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