supersaturated
Britishadjective
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(of a solution) containing more solute than a saturated solution and therefore not in equilibrium
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(of a vapour) containing more material than a saturated vapour and therefore not in equilibrium
Other Word Forms
- supersaturation noun
Example Sentences
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When boiled with water, sugar will revert back to its original structure — or crystalize — when it becomes supersaturated.
From Salon
It turns out that quicksand, known as supersaturated sand, is a real thing around the world, even in Maine, far from the jungle locations where Hollywood has used it to add drama by ensnaring actors.
From Seattle Times
The dead salmon showed signs of gas bubble disease, which can occur when water is supersaturated with dissolved gases.
From Los Angeles Times
“The ground is extremely saturated, supersaturated,” he said at a Monday afternoon news conference.
From Seattle Times
He’s more concerned with audiences finding this show in the supersaturated TV landscape.
From Los Angeles Times
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