Meaning Of The Word Decalescence

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What's The Definition Of Decalescence?

decalescence in American English
a sudden decrease in the rate of temperature rise of heated metal after a certain temperature has been reached (795°C for iron) due to greater absorption of heat
noun: absorption of heat without a corresponding increase in temperature when a metal has been heated to a critical point

decalescence in British English
noun: the absorption of heat when a metal is heated through a particular temperature range, caused by a change in internal crystal structure

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