noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
come to the surface; come to a head; become an issue
Describes a hidden problem, conflict, or issue becoming apparent or public. Often used with する to indicate the process of surfacing.
長年の対立がついに表面化した。
The long-standing conflict finally came to the surface.
内部の問題が表面
We want to resolve the internal problems before they become an issue.