tiivistymällä
Tiivistymällä is a Finnish verb meaning "by condensing" or "through condensation." It refers to the process where a substance changes from a gaseous state to a liquid state. This transformation typically occurs when the gas cools and loses energy, causing its molecules to slow down and come closer together. The formation of dew on grass in the morning or the appearance of water droplets on the outside of a cold glass are common examples of tiivistymällä. In atmospheric science, tiivistymällä plays a crucial role in the formation of clouds and precipitation. The rate at which condensation occurs depends on factors such as temperature, pressure, and the presence of condensation nuclei, which are tiny particles like dust or salt that help water vapor coalesce. This process is also fundamental in various industrial applications, including refrigeration, power generation, and the purification of water. Understanding tiivistymällä is key to comprehending many natural phenomena and technological processes.