Glassification: meaning, definitions and examples
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glassification
[ ˌɡlæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən ]
scientific process
Glassification is a process that involves transforming materials, usually at high temperatures, into a glass-like state. This can occur through various methods, including the melting of mineral compositions that cool down to form glass. It is often used in the context of waste management and materials science.
Synonyms
glass-forming, vitrification.
Examples of usage
- The glassification of waste helps to minimize environmental impact.
- Research on glassification techniques can lead to more efficient recycling methods.
- The glassification of silica results in a clear, solid substance.
Translations
Translations of the word "glassification" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vidrificação
🇮🇳 कांचकरण
🇩🇪 Verglasung
🇮🇩 pengglasian
🇺🇦 скляризація
🇵🇱 wglassowanie
🇯🇵 ガラス化
🇫🇷 verreification
🇪🇸 vidrificación
🇹🇷 camlaştırma
🇰🇷 유리화
🇸🇦 تزجيج
🇨🇿 sklovatění
🇸🇰 sklovatenie
🇨🇳 玻璃化
🇸🇮 steklenje
🇮🇸 glergerð
🇰🇿 әйнектеу
🇬🇪 შუშად გადაქცევა
🇦🇿 şüşələşdirmə
🇲🇽 vidrificación
Etymology
The term 'glassification' originates from the combination of the word 'glass' and the suffix '-ification', which indicates a process of making or becoming. Glass itself has a long history, dating back to around 2000 BC in ancient Mesopotamia, evolving from the use of natural glass, like obsidian, to the manufacture of synthetic glass. The scientific study of glass began to develop in the 19th century as researchers sought to understand its properties and applications. Over the years, glassification has become an important concept in various fields, particularly in materials science and waste management, as it plays a crucial role in converting hazardous waste into a stable, inert form that can be safely stored or used in other applications. The process is particularly relevant in the context of nuclear waste disposal, where glassification is used to immobilize radioactive materials.