Efflorescence

ENZH

What Does Efflorescence Mean?

  • 开花
  • 发花
  • 显花

Efflorescence Pronunciation

/ˌɛf.ləˈrɛs.əns/

Efflorescence Definition

noun

Definition

the state or act of flowering; a crystalline deposit of salts that can form when water evaporates from a porous material and leaves behind minerals.

In ZH

开花的状态或行为;一种在水分从多孔材料蒸发并留下矿物时可能形成的盐的结晶沉淀。

How to Use Efflorescence in a Sentence

  • The efflorescence of the cherry blossoms in spring is a beautiful sight.
  • After the rain, we noticed efflorescence on the stone walls of the old building.
  • The chemist explained how efflorescence occurs on the surface of salt crystals.
  • Efflorescence can indicate moisture problems in basements or walls.
  • In some cultures, efflorescence symbolizes renewal and growth.