Coagulation: meaning, definitions and examples

Used in scientific or medical contexts to describe the process where a liquid, especially blood, changes into a thickened mass.

• The coagulation of blood is an essential process to stop bleeding after injury.
• Certain medications can affect the coagulation process.

Commonly used in medical contexts, especially to refer to blood changing from a liquid to a semi-solid state, often in the context of wound healing or cardiovascular health.

• Clotting disorders can lead to excessive bleeding or thrombosis.
• He was given medication to prevent blood clotting.

Used in a broader context to describe the process of a liquid turning into a solid, not limited to biological processes.

• The solidification of lava forms igneous rocks.
• The solidification of wax occurs as it cools down.

Generally used in everyday language to describe a substance becoming more dense or viscous, often in cooking or to describe physical changes.

• The soup requires thickening before serving.
• Thickening of the sauce can be achieved by simmering.