coagulum
Americannoun
plural
coagulanoun
Etymology
Origin of coagulum
1650–60; < Latin: that which binds together or coagulates, rennet, equivalent to co- co- + āg-, combining form, in noun derivation, of agere to drive, do ( ambages, indagate ) + -ulum -ule; compare cōgere to make congeal, literally, to drive together; cogent
Example Sentences
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Several species of fungi causing coloured spots have been recognised, and it has been proved conclusively that it is possible to infect latex and also fresh coagulum.
From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney
This coagulum is free from the offensive odour noted above.
From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney
In estimating the quantities of acetic acid required much depends upon the interval which is to elapse between the addition of acid and the time of working of the coagulum.
From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney
The coagulum is too porous, will not stand handling, and the resultant sheet is too thin unless an abnormal thickness of coagulum is prepared.
From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney
Oxidation Streaks.—Since the introduction of sodium bisulphite defects due to streaks, caused by portions of the coagulum becoming oxidised, have practically ceased to exist.
From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney
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