Sublimation Definition

sŭblə-māshən
noun

The transformation of an impulse into something socially constructive.

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The transition of a substance from the solid phase directly to the vapor state such that it does not pass through the intermediate liquid phase.

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Origin of Sublimation

  • From Medieval Latin sublimationem.

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Sublimation Sentence Examples

  • The salt, it appeared, was obtained by simple sublimation from soot.

  • When a heat press is used, the sublimation ink turns to a gas when it reaches approximately 392 degrees Fahrenheit, or 200 degrees Celsius.

  • We may also consider here cases of sublimation wherein a solid vaporizes and the vapour condenses without the occurrence of the liquid phase.

  • Finally the anthracene is purified by sublimation.

  • By sublimation in a current of hydrogen it can be crystallized in the form of regular octahedra; it is slightly harder than tin, but is softer than zinc, and like tin, emits a crackling sound when bent.

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Words Starting With

SSUSUB

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NONION

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