Carbonization
Pronunciation: /ˈkɑɹboʊniˈziˈætˈaɪˌɑn/
Carbonization (noun)
- The process of changing a substance into carbon or carbon-rich material by heating without enough oxygen.
- A method of heating wood or other organic matter to produce charcoal.
- 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.