Volatilization

Pronunciation: /ˈvoʊˈɛɫˈˌeɪˌtiaɪˈɫɪzˈætˈaɪˌɑn/

Volatilization (noun)

  1. The process where a liquid or solid changes into a gas and escapes into the air.
  2. The release of a substance from a surface into the atmosphere as vapour.

Examples

  • Volatilization happens when a liquid turns to gas.
  • The process of volatilization starts when the liquid warms up.