Temperature loss - is it correct?

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The discussion centers on the terminology used to describe changes in temperature, specifically the phrase "loss of temperature." Participants agree that this phrase is not commonly used in scientific or engineering contexts. Instead, they recommend using "decrease in temperature" or "loss of temperature control" for clarity. The consensus is that precise language is essential in technical fields to avoid misunderstandings.

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Hi, is physically correct to say "loss of temperature"? Doesn't the "loss" relate just to "heat"?
 
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"Loss of temperature" is indeed an odd phrase, one I wouldn't expect from a native-English-speaking engineer or scientist. If I were editing the text, I'd change it to "decrease in temperature" or "loss of temperature control," depending on the context.
 
I would go with "decrease"
 

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