Fluidification

/ˌfluːɪdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The process of converting a solid or thick substance into a fluid or liquid state.

Etymology

From 'fluidify' (to make fluid) plus the noun suffix '-ation,' creating the term for the action or process of liquefaction, used in geology, chemistry, and engineering.

Kelly Says

Fluidification is what happens when you heat sand on a beach—the air pockets make it flow like water, which is why your feet sink easily but you can stand on packed sand; it's controlled fluidification!

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