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decalescences

decalescences is a form of decalescence

decalescence

Definition:

phenomenon that occurs when a metal is being heated and there is a sudden slowing in the rate of temperature increase; slowing is caused by a change in the internal crystal structure of the metal

Class:

phenomenon noun

Plural:

decalescences

Original source:

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