Fluidized bed

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004514",
  "term": "Fluidized bed",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A bed of solid particles through which a fluid (gas or liquid) is passed upwards at a velocity sufficient to suspend the particles, causing them to behave like a fluid. This creates excellent mixing and heat transfer characteristics. Fluidized beds are widely used in chemical reactors, dryers, and combustion systems.",
  "subject": "Physical and Biophysical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "catalyst"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1976, 46, 71. 'Manual of Symbols and Terminology for Physicochemical Quantities and Units - Appendix II. Definitions, Terminology and Symbols in Colloid and Surface Chemistry. Part II: Heterogeneous Catalysis' on page 80 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac197646010071)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/fluidized-bed/"
}