The process of removing mineral deposits or scales from surfaces, appliances, or pipes using chemical or mechanical methods.
Present participle of 'descale' + '-ing'. Became a common household and industrial term as hard water problems became widespread with modern plumbing systems.
Your coffee maker's descaling light is basically a mineral warning system—when minerals build up, they don't just taste bad, they can actually damage the heating element and shorten the machine's lifespan.
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