Definition

The act of stirring up settled particles in a liquid so that they become suspended again.

Example

The resuspension of sediment in the river can affect water quality.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about resuspension in lakes?

Yeah, it happens when sediment gets stirred up, right?

Exactly! It can really affect the water quality.

I guess that's why they monitor those areas closely.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Resuspension → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "suspendere" (meaning to hang or suspend). The word refers to the act of suspending something again, often used in scientific contexts to describe particles being suspended in a fluid after having settled.

Memory Tip

Think of 'suspending' something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'suspendere' means to hang. This helps you remember that 'resuspension' is about hanging something back up after it has settled.

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