Definition

A container used in chemical engineering where a solution turns into solid crystals.

Example

The scientist placed the solution in the crystallizer to form pure crystals.

Conversation

I learned about a crystallizer in my chemistry class today.

Oh really? What does it do?

It's a vessel where solutions turn into crystals during the process.

That sounds interesting! I never knew that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crystallizer → It is formed from "crystal" (from Greek "kristallos", meaning ice or frozen) and "-izer" (meaning to make or cause to become). The word "crystallizer" refers to something that causes the formation of crystals or makes something crystalline.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'makes' ('-izer') 'frozen' or 'ice-like' ('kristallos') — that's why a crystallizer is something that helps form crystals.

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