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Ylikylläisyys refers to a state of oversaturation. In chemistry, it describes a solution that contains more dissolved solute than it can hold at a given temperature and pressure under normal conditions. This excess solute is typically present as a solid precipitate at the bottom of the container. Ylikylläisyys can be achieved by carefully dissolving a large amount of solute in a solvent at an elevated temperature and then allowing the solution to cool slowly without disturbance. Any slight agitation or introduction of a seed crystal can cause the excess solute to rapidly crystallize out of the solution, returning it to a saturated state.

The concept of ylikylläisyys is also used metaphorically in other contexts. It can describe a situation where there is an excessive amount of something, leading to a decline in its value or impact. For example, a market can become oversupplied with a particular product, leading to a decrease in prices and profitability. Similarly, an individual might experience ylikylläisyys in their sensory experiences, such as being exposed to an overwhelming amount of stimuli, which can lead to fatigue or a desensitization. The underlying principle remains the same: an amount exceeding what can be comfortably or effectively accommodated.