Coagulation
Noun
Definition: The process of changing a liquid into a thickened or solid state, typically by the formation of a gel or clot.
Synonyms: Clotting, Solidification
Antonyms: Liquefaction, Dissolving
- The coagulation of blood is an important part of the healing process.
- The coagulation of milk is necessary to make cheese.
- "Coagulation is like the transformation of liquid into a solid or gel, just like when blood clots."
Etymology:
From the Latin word "coagulatus", past participle of "coagulare", meaning "to cause to curdle or clot".
Historical Usage:The term has been used in medical and scientific contexts since the 16th century to describe the process of blood clotting and the solidification of other substances.
Related Idioms:
Explanation:
While both words are related to the solidification of fluids, "coagulation" specifically refers to the process of clotting, especially in a medical or biological context, whereas "congealment" refers more generally to the solidification or thickening of any liquid.
Misconceptions:
Confusing "coagulation" with "congealment".
Explanation:While both words are related to the solidification of fluids, "coagulation" specifically refers to the process of clotting, especially in a medical or biological context, whereas "congealment" refers more generally to the solidification or thickening of any liquid.