Filter

Definition

Filtration is a separation technique used to separate solid particles from a liquid or gas by passing it through a filter medium with pores that allow only smaller particles or liquids to pass through while retaining larger particles.

Related terms

Filtrate: Filtrate refers to the liquid or gas that passes through the filter during filtration.

Residue: Residue is the material left behind on top of the filter after filtration is complete.

Porosity: Porosity describes how porous or full of tiny holes an object or substance is, affecting its ability to act as an effective filter.