desalinization

[/ˌdiːsælɪnaɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: desalinizations
dessalinização
1. The process of removing salt and minerals from saltwater or brackish water to make it suitable for drinking or irrigation
Desalinization plants have become crucial for water-scarce regions.
As plantas de dessalinização tornaram-se cruciais para regiões com escassez de água.
2. The removal of salt content from a substance or solution
The desalinization of seawater requires significant energy investment.
A dessalinização da água do mar requer investimento energético significativo.
Desalinization is increasingly important in both Brazil and the USA due to water scarcity concerns. In coastal cities like Miami, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo, desalinization plants are becoming more prevalent. The technology represents a significant investment in sustainable water management and is a common topic in environmental policy discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
desaltingsalt removaldesalination
Antonyms / Antônimos
salinizationsalination

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dessalinização
Most common term in Brazil, used in technical and general contexts
Portugal
dessalinização
Standard term in European Portuguese
Technical/Scientific
dessalinização
Primary term used in environmental engineering and water treatment industries

Related Words

desalinizedesalinatereverse osmosissalinebrackishosmosiswater treatment

Related Idioms & Phrases

water desalinization technology
desalinization facility
reverse osmosis desalinization
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