extractants

Extractants are special chemicals used to separate specific components from mixtures, such as metals from ores or organic compounds from solutions. They work by selectively binding to the target substance, allowing it to be dissolved or separated from other materials. In processes like hydrometallurgy or analytical chemistry, extractants improve efficiency and purity by precisely isolating desired elements or compounds. They are designed to have a strong affinity for certain substances while remaining less reactive with others, making the separation process more effective and controlled.