Crystallization
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkɹ̠ɪstəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Crystallization is a noun meaning The act or process by which a substance in solidifying assumes the form and structure of a crystal, or becomes crystallized.
Meaning
The act or process by which a substance in solidifying assumes the form and structure of a crystal, or becomes crystallized.
More Meanings
- The body formed by crystallizing.
- The formation of a solid from a solution, melt, vapour or from a different solid phase
- The process or the result of becoming more definite or precise.
Example Sentences
Silver on precipitation forms arborescent crystallizations.
Word Forms
- crystallizations
- crystallisation
- crystalization
Synonyms for crystallization
Depending on context, synonyms include crystallisation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crystallisation, crystal, culmination, fruit, embodiment, adductive.
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