Mordant
Mordant
Mordant (/ˈmɔːrdənt/; from the French mordre, "to bite") is a substance used in dyeing and printing textiles that changes the chemical structure of the dye, making it adhere to the textile more effectively. Mordants are often metallic salts.
Etymology
The term mordant comes from the French word mordre, meaning "to bite". This refers to the mordant's ability to 'bite' into the fabric and hold the dye in place.
Usage in Medicine
In the field of medicine, mordants are used in the staining process of microscopy to help the stain adhere to the specimen, enhancing the contrast and visibility of the sample under the microscope.
Related Terms
- Dyeing: The process of adding color to textile products like fibers, yarns, and fabrics.
- Printing: The process of reproducing text and images, typically with ink on paper using a printing press.
- Staining: In microscopy, staining is used to enhance contrast in the microscopic image.
- Microscopy: The technical field of using microscopes to view objects and areas of objects that cannot be seen with the naked eye.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mordant
- Wikipedia's article - Mordant
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