vaporization
[/ˌveɪpərɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: vaporizations
vaporização
1. The process of converting a liquid or solid substance into vapor or gas
The vaporization of water occurs at 100 degrees Celsius at sea level.
A vaporização da água ocorre a 100 graus Celsius ao nível do mar.
2. The act or result of vaporizing; the state of being converted into vapor
The rapid vaporization of the fuel caused an explosion.
A vaporização rápida do combustível causou uma explosão.
3. In physics, the phase transition from liquid to gas state
Vaporization is an endothermic process that requires energy input.
A vaporização é um processo endotérmico que requer entrada de energia.
The term 'vaporization' is primarily used in scientific, technical, and industrial contexts in both the USA and Brazil. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in chemistry education, industrial processes (especially in petroleum and pharmaceutical industries), and environmental discussions regarding water cycles and air quality. The term maintains consistent usage across both English and Portuguese-speaking regions with no significant cultural variations.
Related Idioms & Phrases
vaporization point - the temperature at which vaporization occurs
latent heat of vaporization - the energy required for phase change
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