What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
crystallisation
Example
The crystallisation of salt from seawater is a common process. [crystallisation: noun]
Example
The chemist used crystallisation to purify the compound. [crystallisation: verb]
crystallization
Example
The crystallization of sugar from a syrup is a slow process. [crystallization: noun]
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The chemist observed the crystallization of the compound under the microscope. [crystallization: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crystallization is more commonly used than crystallisation in both American and British English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between crystallisation and crystallization?
Both crystallisation and crystallization are technical terms used in scientific contexts, making them more formal than everyday language.
