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crystallization

American  
[kris-tl-uh-zey-shuhn] / ˌkrɪs tl əˈzeɪ ʃən /

noun

  1. the act or process of crystallizing.

  2. a crystallized body or formation.

Other Word Forms

  • postcrystallization adjective

Etymology

Origin of crystallization

First recorded in 1655–65; crystall- + -ization

Example Sentences

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They can determine where crystallization occurs, reshape and "sculpt" the structures, and enhance their uniformity and size to create larger and more intricate colloidal assemblies.

From Science Daily • Mar. 2, 2026

Water typically turns into ice when its temperature drops below 0 °C, but pressure can also drive crystallization.

From Science Daily • Nov. 16, 2025

If you do notice crystallization, try painting down the sides of your pan with water.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2025

Additionally, adding a small amount of acid, like cream of tartar or a few drops of lemon juice, directly into the sugar solution can help control crystallization.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2025

If we were lucky, the damage to the myoglobin molecules which prevented crystallization would be averted by immediately freezing the exracehorse’s heart.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson

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