Carbonization

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑɹboʊniˈziˈætˈaɪˌɑn/

Carbonization (noun)

  1. The process of changing a substance into carbon or carbon-rich material by heating without enough oxygen.
  2. A method of heating wood or other organic matter to produce charcoal.
  3. The formation of carbon deposits on surfaces, often from burning fuel or oil.

Examples

  • Heat can cause carbonization and turn the material to carbon.
  • The process starts when the substance begins carbonization and turns to carbon.