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fixa·tive [ˈfɪksətɪv, Am -t̬ɪv] N

fixative

Fixiermittel nt

denture fixative

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denture fixative

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He used alcohol as a fixative and developed a staining technique that allowed the demonstration of several new nerve-cell constituents. en.wikipedia.org

In addition, many fixatives chemically alter the fixed material to make it less palatable (either indigestible or toxic) to opportunistic microorganisms. en.wikipedia.org

It is used as a fragrance and fixative in many perfumes and as an aroma compound. en.wikipedia.org

Most chemical fixatives (chemicals causing fixation) generate chemical bonds between proteins and other substances within the sample, increasing their rigidity. en.wikipedia.org

These fixatives preserve tissues or cells mainly by irreversibly cross-linking proteins. en.wikipedia.org

The balsam and its oil are used as fixatives in soap perfumes and fragrances. en.wikipedia.org

Fixatives containing mercuric chloride or potassium dichromate are toxic, making disposal as hazardous waste costly. en.wikipedia.org

The acetic acid in this fixative lyses red blood cells and dissolves small iron and calcium deposits in tissue. en.wikipedia.org

This fixative is an aqueous solution of formalin, potassium nitrate and potassium acetate. en.wikipedia.org

Using a larger sample means it takes longer for the fixative to reach the deeper tissue. en.wikipedia.org

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