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Effervesce is a verb that refers to the process of forming bubbles or releasing gas within a liquid, typically as a result of a chemical reaction or the introduction of a fizzy substance. When a liquid effervesces, it becomes lively and appears to boil, emitting tiny air bubbles that rise to the surface.
On a chemical level, effervescence occurs when a solid substance, usually in the form of granules, tablets, or powder, reacts with a liquid to produce a gas. This may happen due to the interaction of an acid and a base, or when a dissolved gas is released due to a decrease in pressure or a change in temperature. The liberation of carbon dioxide is a common example of effervescence, as seen in carbonated beverages, champagne, or alka-seltzer tablets.
In a broader sense, effervesce can also describe the act of being lively, animated, or enthusiastic in a social or emotional context. It can portray a state of bubbling excitement or joy, such as when a person is exuding happiness or experiencing intense pleasure. This figurative usage highlights the dynamic and vivacious nature of effervescence beyond its chemical connotation.
Overall, effervesce embodies the idea of bubbling, fizzing, or lively activity, whether it be in a liquid undergoing chemical reaction or in a person's demeanor.
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To boil up or form bubbles rising to the surface of a fluid in large numbers.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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To bubble up, as in boiling; to froth up, as in the fermenting of liquids.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "effervesce" comes from the Latin verb "effervescere", which is a combination of the prefix "ex-" meaning "out" or "thoroughly", and the verb "fervescere" meaning "to begin to boil" or "to grow hot". "Fervescere" itself comes from the Latin word "fervere" meaning "to boil". Over time, the Latin term "effervescere" evolved into "effervesce" in English, and it retains the sense of bubbling or boiling, especially in reference to the release of gas or excitement.
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