Definition

A process involving the partial melting of a mixture of metals or ores to separate their components.

Example

The liquation process is used in metallurgy to refine metals.

Conversation

I read about this process called liquation in my chemistry book.

Oh really? What does it involve?

It's about melting metals to separate their components — sounds interesting, right?

Definitely! That could be useful in recycling metals.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Liquation → It is formed from "liquere" (meaning to be liquid) and the suffix "-ation" (indicating a process or action). The word "liquation" refers to the process of melting or turning into a liquid state.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'liquere' which means to be liquid, and remember that 'liquation' describes the process of turning something into a liquid.

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