Chelate

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-000641",
  "term": "Chelate",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "To form a stable, water-soluble complex with metal ions, typically calcium, magnesium, or iron, through a process called chelation. This chemical reaction involves a chelating agent, which is a molecule with multiple bonding sites that encircle and bind to the metal ion. Chelating agents are used in oilfield operations to prevent scale formation or to dissolve existing scale deposits.",
  "subject": "Well Workover and Intervention",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/chelate/"
}