Vocabulary Term Details

Filter cakes

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Filter_cake)

A filter cake is formed by the substances that are retained on a filter. The filter cake grows in the course of filtration, becomes "thicker" as particulate matter is being retained. With increasing layer thickness the flow resistance of the filter cake increases. (Wikipedia)

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Approved Date
19-Oct-2012

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