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Unit Operation

Definition: A basic step in a process or operation that can be easily identified and isolated.

Examples:

1. Noun (Chemical Engineering): In a chemical plant, distillation is considered a unit operation as it involves the separation of components based on their different boiling points.
2. Noun (Mechanical Engineering): Filtration is a common unit operation used to separate solids from liquids by passing the mixture through a porous material.
3. Noun (Food Processing): Pasteurization, a unit operation in food processing, involves heating food products to destroy microorganisms and increase shelf life.
4. Noun (Pharmaceuticals): Mixing and blending of different ingredients to create a uniform pharmaceutical product is an essential unit operation.
5. Noun (Computer Science): In computer programming, a unit operation refers to a single logical operation performed by a software component.
6. Adjective: The unit operation approach helps in understanding the individual processes involved in a larger manufacturing system.
7. Adjective: The company implemented unit operation control measures to optimize efficiency in its production line.

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