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- Dictionaryefflorescence/ˌɛfləˈrɛsns/
noun
- 1. the formation of a powdery deposit on the surface of brickwork, rock, or other material as a result of loss of moisture on exposure to air: "cover the brickwork to minimize efflorescence"
- 2. rapid growth or development: "the state is enjoying an incomparable cultural efflorescence"
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The meaning of EFFLORESCENCE is the action or process of developing and unfolding as if coming into flower : blossoming. How to use efflorescence in a sentence. Did you know?
EFFLORESCENCE definition: 1. the period when flowers start to appear on a plant 2. the production of a lot of art, especially…. Learn more.
A whitish, powdery deposit on the surface of rocks or soil in dry regions. It is formed as mineral-rich water rises to the surface through capillary action and then evaporates. Efflorescence usually consists of gypsum, salt, or calcite. See anthesis.
efflorescence, spontaneous loss of water by a hydrated salt, which occurs when the aqueous vapor pressure of the hydrate is greater than the partial pressure of the water vapour in the air.
EFFLORESCENCE meaning: 1. the period when flowers start to appear on a plant 2. the production of a lot of art, especially…. Learn more.
Definition of 'efflorescence' Word Frequency. efflorescence in British English. (ˌɛflɔːˈrɛsəns ) noun. 1. a bursting forth or flowering. 2. chemistry, geology. a. the process of efflorescing. b. the powdery substance formed as a result of this process, esp on the surface of rocks. 3. any skin rash or eruption. Collins English Dictionary.
an itchy skin eruption characterized by weals with pale interiors and well-defined red margins; usually the result of an allergic response to insect bites or food or drugs
