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Liquefaction

The conversion of a solid into the liquid state, either by heatfusion, (see No. 19); absorption of water from the air-deliquescence; or the action of a fluid body-solution. (See No. 29.) The liquefaction of gases and vapors is effected by pressure and cold.

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