Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crystallization

Noun

/ˌkrɪs.tə.lɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Definition

The process by which a solid forms, where the atoms or molecules are highly organized into a structure known as a crystal.

Examples

After cooling, the sugar solution underwent crystallization, resulting in beautiful sugar crystals.
The crystallization of salt from seawater is a natural process that many industries rely on.

Meaning

Crystallization refers to the transformation of a substance from a liquid or gas into a solid crystalline structure, often seen in chemistry and geology.