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| Term | alginate |
| Pronunciation | AL-juh-nayt |
| See also | irreversible hydrocolloid, polyvinylsiloxane, polyether |
| Definition | 1. A salt or ester of alginic acid, such as sodium alginate, an extract of seaweed or brown algae. 2. A dental impression material made from sodium alginate. |
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