What is another word for Lixiviation?
Pronunciation: [lˌɪksɪvɪˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Lixiviation is a process of extracting or dissolving substances by soaking them in a liquid. Some synonyms for lixiviation include leaching, extraction, dissolution, soaking, infusing, steeping, and washing. Leaching is commonly used in metallurgy and mining industries to extract metals from ores. Extraction refers to the removal of a substance or compound from a mixture or solution. Dissolution is the process of dissolving a solid in a liquid to form a solution. Soaking, infusing, and steeping all involve the process of soaking a substance in a liquid to extract or extract components. Washing is similar to lixiviation but often refers to the process of cleaning or rinsing something with water.
