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degassing

 

[ dɪˈɡæsɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

scientific process

Degassing is the process of removing gas from a substance, often in a scientific or industrial context. This is commonly applied in fields such as geology, chemistry, and manufacturing. In geology, degassing can refer to the release of gases from magma as it rises to the surface. In chemistry, degassing often involves removing dissolved gases from liquids to prevent interference in experiments or manufacturing processes. The process is crucial for ensuring the purity of materials and can also be found in processes aimed at reducing unwanted gas emissions.

Synonyms

degasification, desorption, venting.

Examples of usage

  • The degassing process improved the quality of the metal.
  • Degassing magma before an eruption can help predict volcanic activity.
  • In the laboratory, degassing solutions is essential for accurate results.

Translations

Translations of the word "degassing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desgasificação

🇮🇳 डिगैसिंग

🇩🇪 Entgasung

🇮🇩 penghilangan gas

🇺🇦 виведення газу

🇵🇱 odgazowanie

🇯🇵 脱ガス

🇫🇷 dégazage

🇪🇸 desgasificación

🇹🇷 gazdan arındırma

🇰🇷 탈기

🇸🇦 إزالة الغاز

🇨🇿 odplynění

🇸🇰 odplynenie

🇨🇳 脱气

🇸🇮 odplinjenje

🇮🇸 gaslosun

🇰🇿 газды алу

🇬🇪 გაზის ამოღება

🇦🇿 deqazlaşdırma

🇲🇽 desgasificación

Etymology

The term 'degassing' is derived from the prefix 'de-', which indicates removal or reversal, and the word 'gas', which traces its roots to the 17th century from the Flemish chemist Jan Baptist van Helmont. He coined the term 'gas' as a general term for vapor or air. The combination implies the act of removing gas from a particular substance, a concept that has evolved with advancements in science and technology. Over time, the application of degassing has expanded into various fields, including environmental science, metallurgy, and even culinary arts, demonstrating its versatility and importance.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,022, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.