The supernatant is the clear liquid that lies above the solid residue after centrifugation, precipitation, crystallization or settling. The liquid is normally free of precipitate and has a lower density. … Supernatant is also known as supernate.

What is a Supernate in chemistry?

Definition of supernatant : the usually clear liquid overlying material deposited by settling, precipitation, or centrifugation.

Is Supernate a word?

su·per·na·tant. adj. Floating on the surface.