water of crystallization

Definition of WATER OF CRYSTALLIZATION

: water of hydration present in many crystallized substances that is usually essential for maintenance of a particular crystal structure

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: water of hydration present in many crystallized substances that is usually essential for maintenance of a particular crystal structure

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