Cyclone (Collector)

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-007206",
  "term": "Cyclone (Collector)",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definitions": [
    "1. Mechanically aided collector that uses inertia to separate particulate matter from the gas stream as it spirals through the cyclone.\n\n2. A type of separator for removal of larger particles from an exhaust gas stream. Gas laden with particulates enters the cyclone and is directed to flow in a spiral causing the entrained particulates to fall out and collect at the bottom. The gas exits near the top of the cyclone.",
    "A device that uses centrifugal force to remove large particles from polluted air."
  ],
  "subject": "General environmental",
  "references": [
    "40 CFR 63.11627 (CFR 2013)",
    "Office of Underground Storage Tanks Technical Terms",
    "Terms of Environment"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/cyclone-collector/"
}