crystallisation

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crystallisation

A scientist observes the crystallisation of salt in a beaker.

Definition

Noun: 1. The process of forming crystals: The physical or chemical process by which a solid substance forms a regular, repeating three-dimensional structure (a crystal) from a liquid, gas, or another solid state. 2. The act of becoming clear and definite: A figurative use meaning the process by which an idea, plan, or feeling becomes clear, definite, and fully formed in someone's mind.

Examples of Usage
  • Literal meaning (forming crystals):
    • The crystallisation of sugar from a supersaturated solution is a common science experiment.
    • Slow cooling of magma promotes the crystallisation of large mineral grains.
  • Figurative meaning (becoming clear):
    • The discussion led to the crystallisation of our strategy for the upcoming project.
    • Her experiences during the trip resulted in the crystallisation of her career goals.
Advanced Usage
  • "Crystallisation point": The specific temperature or condition at which a substance begins to form crystals.
    • The chemist carefully monitored the solution to determine its crystallisation point.
  • "Crystallisation of thought": A common phrase describing the process of vague ideas becoming precise and structured.
    • The long walk allowed for the crystallisation of his thoughts on the complex problem.
Variants and Related Words
  • Crystallize (verb): To form crystals, or to make an idea or plan clear and definite.
    • The honey began to crystallize in the jar.
    • The meeting helped crystallize our objectives.
  • Crystalline (adjective): Having the structure or clarity of a crystal; very clear.
    • The lake had a crystalline clarity.
  • Recrystallisation (noun): A purification technique where a substance is dissolved and then allowed to crystallize again.
    • Recrystallisation is used to obtain a purer sample of the compound.
Synonyms
  • Formation: (The process of being formed, especially of crystals).
  • Solidification: (The process of becoming solid, which may involve crystallisation).
  • Clarification: (The act of making something clear or understandable - for the figurative sense).
Related Phrases
  • To bring something to crystallisation: To cause an idea or process to reach a clear, final form.
    • The final piece of data brought the theory to crystallisation.
crystallisation

A scientist observes the crystallisation of salt in a beaker.

Noun
  1. the formation of crystals

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