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silica gel

/ˈsɪlɪkə dʒɛl/

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/ˈsɪlɪkə dʒɛl/C1formaltechnical
  • ruГранулированная пористая форма диоксида кремния, используемая в качестве осушителя для поглощения влаги и поддержания сухости продуктов.

A granular, porous form of silicon dioxide used as a desiccant to absorb moisture and keep products dry.

  1. Desiccant materialB2formal

    A granular, porous form of silicon dioxide used to absorb moisture and keep items dry.

    ruСиликагель

    • Silica gel packets are often found in shoeboxes to prevent moisture damage.
    • The electronics were shipped with silica gel to protect them from humidity.
    • You can reuse silica gel by drying it in an oven.