deliquescence
/ˌdɛlɪˈkwɛsəns/
noun
- The process of becoming liquid by absorbing moisture from the air.
- The deliquescence of the salt made it turn into a puddle on the counter.
- In humid weather, deliquescence can cause certain chemicals to dissolve on their own.
- The scientist studied the deliquescence of the compound under different humidity levels.
- A gradual melting or dissolving away, especially of something solid.
- Deliquescence of the ice sculpture occurred as the room warmed up.
- The deliquescence of the candle wax left a sticky mess on the table.
- The old sugar cube showed signs of deliquescence in the damp pantry.
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