bentonite clay

Meanings

• noun

  A type of clay consisting mainly of montmorillonite, which swells when wet and is used for various purposes such as absorption, thickening agent, and catalyst.

  - "Bentonite clay is widely used in the oil industry for drilling operations."
  - "The clay mask I use is made of bentonite clay, which helps to absorb excess oil from my skin."

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Variants

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bentonite , bentonites , bentonitic

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Etymology

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Named after the place of its discovery, Benton, Arkansas, USA.

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Trivia

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1. Bentonite clay is the most commonly used clay in the oil industry.

2. The swelling property of bentonite clay makes it an excellent absorbent and thickener.

3. Bentonite clay is also used in cat litter and as a sealant in construction materials.

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1. Montmorillonite: A type of smectite clay mineral, which is the main component of bentonite clay.

2. Absorption: The process by which bentonite clay absorbs water and other substances.

3. Drilling mud: A mixture of water, clay, and other additives used in drilling operations to maintain the integrity of the wellbore.

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Culture

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Bentonite clay has been used in various cultural practices for centuries, including traditional medicine, cosmetics, and art.

How to Memorize "bentonite clay"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a bowl of bentonite clay, which is a fine, grayish-white powder.
   - Imagine the clay expanding and swelling when it comes into contact with water.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'bentonite' with the place of its discovery, Benton, Arkansas.
   - Think of the clay mask you use and how it helps to absorb excess oil from your skin.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Bentonite: A clay from Benton, Arkansas.
   - Bentonite: Brings Oil to the Nation.

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