Fixative

A fixative is a stabilizing or preservative agent. ^[1]

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1. 7 relations: Embalming chemicals, Fixation (histology), Fixative (drawing), Fixative (perfumery), Mordant, Photographic fixer, Radioactivity Fixatives.

Embalming chemicals

Embalming chemicals are a variety of preservatives, sanitising and disinfectant agents, and additives used in modern embalming to temporarily prevent decomposition and restore a natural appearance for viewing a body after death.

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Fixation (histology)

In the fields of histology, pathology, and cell biology, fixation is the preservation of biological tissues from decay due to autolysis or putrefaction.

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Fixative (drawing)

In art, in particular drawings in pastels, charcoal, chalk, and other dry media, a fixative is a kind of preserving agent applied over the top of the drawing to prevent crumbling, smudging, fading, and discolouring.

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Fixative (perfumery)

A fixative is a substance used to equalize the vapor pressures, and thus the volatilities, of the raw materials in a perfume oil, and to increase the perfume's odour tenacity.

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Mordant

A mordant or dye fixative is a substance used to set (i.e., bind) dyes on fabrics.

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Photographic fixer

Photographic fixer is a mix of chemicals used in the final step in the photographic processing of film or paper.

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Radioactivity Fixatives

Radioactivity or radionuclide fixatives are specialized polymer coatings used to “fix” radioactive isotopes or radioactive material to surfaces.

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References

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fixative

Also known as Fixative (art), Fixative (disambiguation), Fixatives.

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