A term used in combustion for the analysis of incinerator flue gas components (largely the organic fraction) in which a series of traps at progressively lower temperatures is employed. In more general use, the term implies the removal of a condensable gas or liquid by condensation in a trap at low temperatures.
Source:
PAC, 1990, 62, 2167. 'Glossary of atmospheric chemistry terms (Recommendations 1990)' on page 2190 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199062112167)