deliquescence

[dɪˌlɪkwəˈsɛns]

deliquescence Definition

• 1. the process by which a substance absorbs moisture from the atmosphere until it dissolves in the absorbed water and forms a solution
• 2. the property of a substance to absorb moisture from the atmosphere and dissolve in it

Using deliquescence: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deliquescence" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The deliquescence of the salt caused it to form a solution with the water vapor in the air.

• Example

  The deliquescence of the sugar made it difficult to measure accurately.

• Example

  The deliquescence of the compound was observed under high humidity conditions.

deliquescence Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for deliquescence

• dissolution
• liquefaction
• melting

Phrases with deliquescence

• hygroscopic deliquescence

  the process by which a substance absorbs moisture from the atmosphere until it dissolves in the absorbed water and forms a solution, due to its hygroscopic nature

  Example

  The hygroscopic deliquescence of the salt caused it to form a solution with the water vapor in the air.

• deliquescence point

  the relative humidity at which a substance begins to absorb moisture from the atmosphere and dissolve in it

  Example

  The deliquescence point of the compound was determined to be 70% relative humidity.

• efflorescence and deliquescence

  the processes by which a substance loses or gains moisture from the atmosphere, respectively

  Example

  The efflorescence and deliquescence of the compound were studied under different humidity conditions.

Origins of deliquescence

from Latin 'deliquescere', meaning 'to melt away'

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Summary: deliquescence in Brief

Deliquescence [dɪˌlɪkwəˈsɛns] is the process by which a substance absorbs moisture from the atmosphere until it dissolves in the absorbed water and forms a solution. It is a property of substances that are hygroscopic, and can make accurate measurement difficult. The deliquescence point is the relative humidity at which a substance begins to absorb moisture and dissolve. The term is often used in scientific contexts, such as 'The deliquescence of the salt caused it to form a solution with the water vapor in the air.'