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Schwebstoff
German → American English
American English
Suspended particulate matter
Feine feste oder flüssige Teilchen, die in einem Gas oder einer Flüssigkeit schweben.
Die Wasserprobe enthält zu viele Schwebstoffe.Schwebstoff is a technical term used in environmental science, water quality, and air pollution contexts. It is usually used in the plural as Schwebstoffe when referring to multiple suspended particles.
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What does “Schwebstoff” mean in English?
“Schwebstoff” means “suspended particulate matter” or “suspended solids” in English.
Is “Schwebstoff” singular or plural?
“Schwebstoff” is singular. The plural is “Schwebstoffe.”
When do I use “Schwebstoffe” instead of “Schwebstoff”?
Use “Schwebstoffe” when you mean multiple suspended particles or general suspended matter in a sample, liquid, or atmosphere.