rarefy Antonyms
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Meaning of rarefy
rarefy (v)
lessen the density or solidity of
make more subtle or refined
weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance)
rarefy (v. t.)
To make rare, thin, porous, or less dense; to expand or enlarge without adding any new portion of matter to; -- opposed to condense.
rarefy (v. i.)
To become less dense; to become thin and porous.
rarefy Sentence Examples
- The thinning atmosphere on Mars is rarefied, making it unsuitable for human habitation.
- The vacuum in the chamber rarefied the gas, reducing its molecular density.
- The harsh conditions of the upper atmosphere rarefy the air, creating a region of low pressure.
- The use of low-pressure techniques in chemistry and physics often involves rarefying gases.
- Rarefied air in high altitudes can lead to respiratory problems for mountain climbers.
- The exhaust from rockets and space shuttles rarefies the atmosphere as they ascend.
- The kinetic theory of gases explains how increasing temperature rarefies a gas.
- The rarefaction of the air in submarines requires the use of special breathing apparatus.
- Scientists study rarefied plasmas in fusion reactors to simulate conditions in stars.
- The rarefied environment of outer space poses unique challenges for spacecraft and astronauts.
FAQs About the word rarefy
lessen the density or solidity of, make more subtle or refined, weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance)To make rare, thin, porous, or less dense; to ex
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The thinning atmosphere on Mars is rarefied, making it unsuitable for human habitation.
The vacuum in the chamber rarefied the gas, reducing its molecular density.
The harsh conditions of the upper atmosphere rarefy the air, creating a region of low pressure.
The use of low-pressure techniques in chemistry and physics often involves rarefying gases.
