Meaning & use
Cationic
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Relating to or having the properties of a cation, a positively charged ion.
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Cationic surfactants are often used in fabric softeners because they bind to negatively charged fibers.
The reaction proceeds through a cationic intermediate before forming the final product.
A note on using this word
The term is fundamental in chemistry, describing substances or particles that carry a net positive electric charge.
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