Sparging (chemistry)

Sparging is a chemical process used to remove volatile compounds or to introduce gases into a liquid. It typically involves bubbling a gas through a liquid, which can help achieve two main goals: stripping unwanted gases or volatile impurities from the liquid and providing a means of mass transfer of the gas into the liquid. Here are some key details about sparging: 1. **Gas Introduction**: In many applications, sparging is used to introduce gases like air, nitrogen, or carbon dioxide into a liquid.