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filtration

Pronunciation: [fɪlˈtreɪʃən]

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Learn how to use filtration in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “science”

(noun) the process of removing unwanted materials or substances from a liquid or gas. It helps make things cleaner, like when you use a water filter to get rid of dirt and bacteria.

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Filtration helps keep our drinking water safe and clean.

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Without proper filtration, the water can become polluted and unsafe to drink.

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How does filtration improve the quality of the water we use?

Context: “technology”

(noun) a method or system used to separate different substances from a mixture, often using a filter. You see this in things like air purifiers, which clean the air we breathe.

Example

The air purifier uses advanced filtration to remove allergens from the room.

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The machine didn't have good filtration, and the air still felt dusty.

Example

What type of filtration does this air cleaner use?

Context: “health”

(noun) sanitation processes that help make food or liquids safe to consume by removing harmful particles. It’s important for keeping food fresh, like when we filter juice to remove seeds and pulp.

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Filtration in the kitchen helps ensure that the juice is smooth and tasty.

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If there's no filtration, the juice may taste bad and have bits floating in it.

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Why is filtration important when making smoothies?

How to pronounce filtration

Pronunciation: [fɪlˈtreɪʃən]

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