thermalization

/ˌθɜrmələˈzeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of bringing something to a state of thermal equilibrium, or making it reach the same temperature as its surroundings.
    • The thermalization of the liquid took longer than expected due to insulation.
    • Thermalization of the metal occurs quickly when it is placed in the furnace.
    • Scientists studied the thermalization of particles in the gas chamber.
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