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Condense is a verb meaning to reduce the volume or extent of something by removing empty space or by concentrating its contents. The third-person singular present tense is condenses, as in "The vapor condenses on the cooler surface." It can also refer to making something more compact or concise, such as condensing a long explanation into a brief summary.

In physical science, condensation describes a phase transition from gas to liquid. This occurs when a gas is cooled or compressed, causing molecules to come closer together and form a liquid. Condensation releases latent heat and is a key step in many natural and industrial processes. In the atmosphere, condensation leads to the formation of droplets that become clouds, fog, or dew on surfaces.

In everyday life, condensation is commonly observed as moisture forming on windows, mirrors, or cold drinks in a hot environment. The rate and extent of condensation depend on factors such as temperature, humidity, surface area, and the presence of condensation nuclei.

Condensing information refers to shortening or summarizing content while preserving essential meaning. This usage is common in writing, communication, and data processing, where lengthy material is transformed into a concise version.

Related terms include condensation (the process), condensate (a substance formed by condensation), and condensates in physics, such as Bose-Einstein condensates, which occur when particles occupy the same quantum state at very low temperatures.