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10 Language-to-English DictionariesDeliquescence
/ˌdɛlɪˈkwɛsəns/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The process by which a substance absorbs moisture from the air and dissolves in it, forming a liquid.
"The deliquescence of certain salts in humid environments can lead to the formation of puddles on surfaces." - 2
A phenomenon observed in some hygroscopic substances that results in their transition from solid to liquid state.
"The deliquescence of the compound was evident as it turned into a syrupy solution when exposed to the air."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'deliquescence' originates from the Latin word 'deliquescere', meaning 'to become liquid'. It entered English in the early 19th century, reflecting a shift in scientific understanding of substances that absorb moisture from the air and dissolve into a liquid state.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Deliquescence" is said worldwide
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Déliquescence
Transliteration: deh-lee-kess-ahnss
"La déliquescence des sels peut causer des problèmes dans les laboratoires."
Deliqueszenz
Transliteration: deh-lee-kvehts-ents
"Die Deliqueszenz von Salzen ist ein wichtiges Phänomen in der Chemie."
Deliquescenza
Transliteration: deh-lee-kwe-sen-tsa
"La deliquescenza di alcune sostanze è un fenomeno interessante."
Deliquescencia
Transliteration: deh-lee-kwe-sen-sia
"La deliquescencia de ciertos compuestos puede ser peligrosa."
Deliquescência
Transliteration: deh-lee-kwe-sen-sia
"A deliquescência de alguns sais é um fenômeno notável."
द्रव्यमानता
Transliteration: dravyamaanata
"कुछ पदार्थों की द्रव्यमानता एक महत्वपूर्ण प्रक्रिया है।"
溶解性
Transliteration: róngjiě xìng
"某些盐的溶解性在潮湿环境中非常明显。"
용해성
Transliteration: yonghaeseong
"일부 염의 용해성은 습한 환경에서 두드러집니다."
溶解性
Transliteration: yōkaisei
"特定の塩の溶解性は湿度の高い環境で顕著です。"
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