Source: wikibot/gelation
= Gelation
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Gelation is the process through which a liquid transforms into a gel—that is, a semi-solid state with both liquid and solid characteristics. This transition typically occurs when certain conditions are met, such as changes in temperature, concentration, or chemical composition. In a gel, the liquid phase is trapped within a three-dimensional network of polymers or other molecules, providing the gel with its structure and stability.