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recrystallization

recrystallization

1 8.8
A process where minerals form new, larger crystals under heat and pressure
  • noun
  • /ˌriːˌkrɪs.təl.ɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : recristalización
  • During recrystallization driven by the minimization of interfacial energies, the 'canary in the coal mine' is the dihedral angle, as this is the first part of the microstructure that will change.

Examples

  • Marble is a metamorphic rock formed by the recrystallization of sedimentary carbonate rocks, such as limestone.

    Academic text (2007)

  • In geology class, we learned that recrystallization occurs when rocks are subjected to high temperatures and pressures.

  • Accordingly, it is assumed that subsolidus adjustments, such as recrystallization,

    Academic text (2018)

  • Marble is formed through the recrystallization of limestone under heat and pressure.

  • The recrystallization of minerals can lead to the formation of larger crystals in metamorphic rocks.

Synonyms

crystallization
vsrecrystallization
  • Specialized
2 6.1

A process that makes crystals when a liquid, melted rock, or gas cools

involves changing existing crystals into larger ones under heat and pressure
crystallizing
vsrecrystallization
  • Specialized
5.9

Solid crystals form when a liquid cools or dries

involves forming new or larger crystals using heat and pressure

Surface Forms

recrystallization singular
recrystallizations plural

Morphology

recrystallization = recrystallize (transparent) = re + crystal + ize + ation

This is a standard noun formation from the verb 'recrystallize' meaning the process of doing that action.

Etymology

Recrystallization has re- 'again' and crystal, originally a word for 'ice' or clear stone. In rocks under heat and pressure, minerals grow new or larger crystals, so the word literally says you are forming crystals again and that explains the change in the rock's texture.