Carbonization (Noun)
Meaning
The destructive distillation of coal (as in coke ovens).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Carbonization is a complex process involving the heating of coal in the absence of air to produce coke.
- The byproducts of carbonization, such as coal tar and gas, have numerous industrial applications.
- The goal of the coking process is to optimize the conditions for carbonization and increase coke production.
- Coke ovens use controlled temperatures and limited air flow to achieve the carbonization of coal.
- A crucial aspect of coke production is controlling the carbonization rate to achieve optimal results.