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nucleation
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nucleation [‚nü·klē′ā·shən]
(chemistry)
In crystallization processes, the formation of new crystal nuclei in supersaturated solutions.
(physical chemistry)
The formation of vapor bubbles in a superheated liquid.


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According to a Purdue spokesperson, the researchers used a transmission electron microscope to observe nanowires made of nucleate.
Abstract Presented investigation treats convective effects of ebullition cycle in a partial nucleate boiling regime.
2], the flow boiling heat transfer is dominated by nucleate boiling for both smooth and microfin tubes.
 
 
 
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