Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carbonize
verb
/ˈkɑːrbənaɪz/
Definition
To convert a substance into carbon or a carbon-containing residue through a process of heating or burning.
Examples
- The wood will carbonize if exposed to high temperatures for an extended period.
- In the lab, researchers aim to carbonize biomass to produce biochar.
- Carbonizing the material helps in making it more durable and resistant to decay.
Meaning
The process of turning organic material into carbon, typically by exposing it to high heat without sufficient oxygen.
Synonyms
- char
- carbonify
- pyrolyze
