dialysis

(noun)

A method of separating molecules or particles of different sizes by differential diffusion through a semipermeable membrane.

Related Terms

Examples of dialysis in the following topics:

  • Molecular Transport Phenomena

    • Similarly, dialysis is the transport of any other molecule through a semipermeable membrane due to its concentration difference.
    • Both osmosis and dialysis are used by the kidneys to cleanse the blood .

  • Biological and Medical Applications

    • Similarly, dialysis is the transport of any other molecule through a semipermeable membrane due to its concentration difference.
    • Both osmosis and dialysis are used by the kidneys to cleanse the blood, and the medical application of dialysis through machinery is important in the treatment of individuals with failing kidney function.