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demineralization

/diːˌmɪnərəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

/diˌmɪnərələˈzeɪʃən/

demineralizationnoun

demineralizations

Translations

Demineralization of bones can lead to osteoporosis.

Деминерализация костей может привести к остеопорозу.

Additional translations

удаление минералов

Definitions

The process of removing minerals or mineral salts from a liquid, such as water.

The demineralization of water is essential for certain industrial processes to prevent scaling and corrosion.

The loss of minerals, especially calcium, from the body or a body part, such as bones or teeth.

Osteoporosis is often associated with the demineralization of bones, leading to increased fragility.

Synonyms

loss of minerals

mineral loss

demineralizationadjective

/diːˌmɪnərəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

/diˌmɪnərələˈzeɪʃən/

Used attributively before a noun (e.g. "demineralization plant").

Definitions

Relating to or used in the process of removing minerals or mineral salts.

The company installed a demineralization unit to improve water quality.

Synonyms